Homily on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son (1 Corinthians 6:12-20 and Luke 15:11-32). Both the brothers were limited by their two-dimensional tactical worldview. The Father shows that grace solves problems that no tactician can. Enjoy … [Continue reading]
UOL Retreat – Healing from Fear and Polarization
Jesus Christ said; "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL5) – On the Pharisee (and the Antiphons and Little Entrance)
In this homily, given on the Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, Fr. Anthony continues to take the parish through the Divine Liturgy. This week he focuses on the Antiphons and the Little Entrance. Enjoy the show! Check out this … [Continue reading]
Homily – Respect Others and Yourself (but not for their/your titles)
Homily given of Zacchaeus Sunday (1 Timothy 4:9-15; Luke 19:1-10). Fr. Anthony offers a meditation on how love is enabled by cutting through the labels and baggage (i.e. there is a reason God is "not a respecter of persons"). Enjoy the … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL4) – Why we Sing the Divine Liturgy
In this homily, Fr. Anthony continues his series on the Divine Liturgy, offering a meditation on the benefit of singing the Divine Liturgy (the blessed integration of scripture and poetry, music, voices, incarnation, and Eucharist). Enjoy the … [Continue reading]
Fr.Daniel Greeson on the Problem of Discernment
It was a great blessing to talk with Fr. Daniel Greeson about his new AFR blog, "Every Thought Captive" and especially his series on discernment. Enjoy the show! Here are my notes: Interview with Fr. Daniel Greeson. Rector of St. Anne's … [Continue reading]
Homily on Kindness (Colossians 3:12-16)
Homily on Colossians 3:12-16. Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even … [Continue reading]
Lessons from the Life of St Anthony the Great
This is a recording of Fr Anthony's homily on his name day (1/30, old style), given at Holy Resurrection in Waynesville, NC (the last Divine Liturgy in their tiny starter location!). Enjoy the show! Check out this episode! … [Continue reading]
Dylan Pahman on Markets, Morality, and Magic the Gathering
After some small talk on the pastoral value of wedding planning, Fr. Anthony and Dylan Pahman (Acton Institute) talk about what Magic the Gathering can teach us about markets and morality and about the general need for economic literacy. For … [Continue reading]
Homily (DL3) – On the Litanies for Peace
Today Fr. Anthony continues his series of homilies on the Divine Liturgy (offered every other week, when he serves in Anderson). He explains some of the things the Divine Liturgy does for us and why the Great Litany starts out the way it … [Continue reading]