Identity
Fr. Ted speaks to us about the true identity of Christ in this Palm Sunday homily.
Oct 01, 2015
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Would We Ever?
Fr. Ted urges those who have been born into the Orthodox faith to ask themselves hard questions about what they would sacrifice for Orthodoxy had they not been born into it. He reminds them to demonstrate Christian love and acceptance to catechumens.
Oct 01, 2015
Prayer and Fasting
Fr. Ted urges encourages us to stay the course, as the feast of Pascha draws near.
Oct 01, 2015
Thoughts on the Second Week of Lent
Fr. Ted encourages us to pace ourselves in this, our second week of Lent, as temptations from the evil one can thwart our efforts to be closer to God. He also reminds us to be patient with others as each path is different and we are not to judge.
Oct 01, 2015
Sorry is Not Enough
Fr. Ted speaks on the importance of the Forgiveness Vespers service and reminds us that true forgiveness is more than a "social nicety."
Oct 01, 2015
Make a Decision
Fr. Ted boldly states that if we believe God is real, we should act accordingly.
Oct 01, 2015
Theologoumena
Fr. Ted responds to questions he has received regarding the moments immediately following death. He explains that all answers fall into the category of opinion. Our focus instead should be on living our Christian lives here on earth.
Oct 01, 2015
The Triodion
Fr. Ted discusses the period in the Church's calendar year called the Triodion. In her wisdom, Fr. Ted explains, the Church strategically places these lessons for us immediately preceding Lent.
Oct 01, 2015
Living as a Temple
Fr. Ted reminds us that we are temples of the Holy Spirit and to live as such.
Oct 01, 2015
Personality Cults
Fr. Ted talks shares his thoughts on the Feast of the Three Hierarchs.
Oct 01, 2015
Testing the Spirits
Fr. Ted speaks of the danger in placing too much emphasis on miracles.
Oct 01, 2015
Ungratefulness
Fr. Ted reminds us to be grateful to God our Creator, the giver of all good things.
Oct 01, 2015
This is My Beloved Son
Fr. Ted speaks about the feast of Theophany. He explains that in both Nativity and Theophany, God reveals Himself to man.
Oct 01, 2015
Nativity Symbols
Fr. Ted explains that the Nativity is not only the fulfillment of the Old Testament, but the beginning of the New.
Oct 01, 2015
Noble Joseph
Fr. Ted discusses Joseph, exploring his patience, kindness and faithfulness.
Oct 01, 2015
Ethnophyletism
Fr. Ted urges us to embrace all of our Orthodox brothers and sisters, despite ethnic origins.
Oct 01, 2015
First Fruits
Fr. Ted challenges us to give away the best of our possessions, rather than just what we can not use for ourselves.
Oct 01, 2015
The Root of All Evil
Fr. Ted explains that the "root of all evil," is anything we put in place of God.
Oct 01, 2015
Priorities
Fr. Ted reminds us to use this Nativity Fast as a time to redefine our priorities.
Oct 01, 2015
Christians in Practice
Fr. Ted encourages us to use this fast not only as a time to tame our passions, but as a time to show compassion to others,
Oct 01, 2015
Engaging the Icons
Fr. Ted discusses the necessity of icons in worship.
Oct 01, 2015
Don't Go Blaming Demons
Fr. Ted cautions us against letting evil take hold in our hearts.
Oct 01, 2015
Icons: A Spiritual Reality
Fr. Ted discusses the spiritual importance of icons, citing the Seventh Ecumenical Council.
Oct 01, 2015
Our First Catechists
As the new Sunday school year begins, Fr. Ted reminds parents that we are our children's primary teachers.
Oct 01, 2015
Christ in the Village
Fr. Ted asks us to reflect upon whether Christ is truly the center of our lives.
Oct 01, 2015
As We Love, We Are Judged
This week, Fr. Ted addresses the question of how a loving God could also judge us.
Oct 01, 2015
God Does Not Exist
Fr. Ted points us to God's greatness, explaining that while humans "exist," God just "is."
Oct 01, 2015
Holy Not Happy
Fr Ted explains that God is interested in our pursuit of holiness rather than our pursuit of happiness.
Oct 01, 2015
Changing With the Wind
Fr. Ted encourages us to keep our moral compasses set firmly on Christ.
Oct 01, 2015
Dormition
Fr. Ted speaks on the feast of the Dormition, encouraging us to look at Mary's obedient spirit as an example of the Christian life.
Oct 01, 2015
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