Jan 29, 2023
St. Matthew 15:21-28. In this homily on the healing of the Canaanite's daughter, Fr. Anthony talks about BBQ, the faith of the Canaanite woman, and the necessary repentance of the Israelites. Along the way, he warns against saying that Jesus was prejudiced against the Canaanites due to his cultural context. Enjoy the...
Jan 23, 2023
In this homily given on the (kind of) Sunday of Zacchaeus, Fr. Anthony points out inconsistencies across Orthodox lectionaries, using it as an opportunity to make a plea for humility and the kind of repentance Zacchaeus had. Enjoy the show!
Jan 19, 2023
In this unevenly executed but well-intentioned meditation on Luke 17:12-19 (the ten lepers), Fr. Anthony talks about moving from transactional gratitude, beyond optimism, into an awful thanksgiving. Enjoy the show!
Jan 1, 2023
Colossians 2:8-12; Luke 2:20-21; 40-52. Fr. Anthony gives a straightforward homily on the Circumcision, using the name of Jesus/Joshua to frame a discussion of the incarnation, law vs. grace, and the need to be transformed by grace. Enjoy the show!