Last commentary on the raising of the widow’s son of Nain and introduction to section 18-35 concerning St. John the Forerunner’s disciples and Christ.

Final lecture on the encounter of Jesus with John’s Disciples and Jesus’s words about John the Forerunner .

Intro to the Parable of the Sower

Introduction to the healing of the woman with a flow of blood and the raising from the dead of Jairus’ daughter.

Concluding story of the raising of the daughter of Jairus.

The healing of the woman with a flow of blood.

Conclusion of the Feeding of the 5000.

A father’s son is healed.

Jesus predicts His passion a second time.

The Disciples debate who is the greatest.

The rights of the Disciples.

Final class on the Gadarene demoniac.

Outline of chapter 10, opening verses of the calling and sending out of the 70.

Final discussion on the call of the 70

Intro to the Parable of the Good Samaritan and an explanation of opening verses. Date: 5.17.22

Jesus is received into the home of Martha and Mary.

Conclusion of Jesus's visit to Martha and Mary's home and an introduction to chapter 11.

"Give us this day our daily bread."

Jesus casts out a mute demon

Woes to Pharisees and how alms make us clean.

Woes to the Pharisees and Lawyers

The end of chapter 11 and the opposition to Jesus' healing and actions on the Sabbath, introduction to chapter 12.

On hypocrisy and fear

A wide ranging conversation about anxiety, trust, the love of God

Conclusion of section on greed, discussion of the treasure of our hearts.

Jesus exhorts us to be ready for His coming and to prepare

New section, exhortations by Christ to decide, description of Holy Fire

Final discussion on hypocrisy and responding to Christ. Introduction to chapter 13, and discussion of opening section on repentance.

A woman bent over with a spirit of infirmity for 18 years is healed on the Sabbath

Who is saved?

Pharisees opposition and Jesus' decision to go to Jerusalem.

Jesus’ lament over Jerusalem, Introduction to chapter 14 and outline

Jesus heals a man with edema on the Sabbath

Jesus teaches on humility and the dangers of pride and self-exaltation.

A teaching on hospitality

Explanation of the parable of the Kingdom and the distinction between the carnal, natural and spiritual person.

The banquet and refusing God's invitation to attend

Final discussion of heavenly banquet, Eucharist discussion

The Cost of Discipleship

The cost of discipleship, final lecture

In the 3rd litany of the Divine Liturgy, we pray for the "good estate of the holy churches of God." This is a global as well as a local prayer for our parishes. As we take in new members to our parishes, what are our responsibilities to them?

Fr. John completes his series (Part 4) by describing how failure can become a servant of God for the renewal of our lives.

Fr. John discusses why we are enslaved to pleasure, as explained originally by St. Nicodemus of the Holy Mountain.

As many of you know, an historic gathering took place this past week in New York City: All of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops (at least a goodly number of them) met to discuss matters which pertain to the Church in the Americas. The Orthodixie Podcast had a Man on the Street for the proceedings but, as this podcast is only updated about once a week,some of the information you are about to hear may seem contrary to other reports, or it may be a bit dated, or, frankly, it may be flat out untrue. (But have fun identifying the snippets of music in the podcast.)

Sometimes letters are sent to AFR addressed to no specific person. In such cases various authors, podcasters or bloggers are called upon to respond to the letter. The lot fell to me for this one. Of course, in selecting a person to respond to a question, you don’t necessarily get the best or even most correct answer to the question. You get that person’s answer—given his or her current understanding, knowledge, ability to communicate and level of sleep deprivation. I share the question and my response with you-all in the hope that some of you might find it interesting and even a little helpful—even if you have never wondered about the Hebrew rendering of Hosea 14:2.

Fr. Stephen begins the study of Luke, Chapter 4.

Fr. Stephen concludes the study of Luke, Chapter 4.

Fr. Stephen concludes chapter 13 and begins discussing chapter 14.

Fr Stephen wraps up Luke 14 and discusses Luke 15.

Fr. Stephen finishes his discussion of the Gospel of Luke.