Episodes

  • To be Taught by the Church

    To be Taught by the Church
    Feb 12 2026

    If we come to the Orthodox Church we must be careful not to bring all of our old practices and habits with us.
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    12 mins
  • Discussion of Saint Romanos' Kontakion on the Prodigal Son

    Discussion of Saint Romanos' Kontakion on the Prodigal Son
    Feb 10 2026

    Reading and discussion of Saint Romanos the Melodist kontakion on the Prodigal Son.

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    1 hr
  • Guarding the Heart: Stewardship of the Thoughts and Freedom from the Passions

    Guarding the Heart: Stewardship of the Thoughts and Freedom from the Passions
    Jan 16 2026

    How do we obtain freedom from the passions? How do we overcome temptation? A personal reflection (and rambling) on essential spiritual matters.

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    37 mins
  • St Ephrem the Syrian: On the Eucharist, Fire and Spirit

    St Ephrem the Syrian: On the Eucharist, Fire and Spirit
    Jan 13 2026

    Reading and discussion of a remarkable hymn of Saint Ephrem on the Eucharist.

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    1 hr
  • Swimming for the Cross!

    Swimming for the Cross!
    Jan 12 2026

    Monday morning reflections after the Great Blessing of Waters, the joy of swimming for the Cross.

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    19 mins
  • Beginning the new year.

    Beginning the new year.
    Jan 2 2026

    A few simple thoughts at the beginning of 2026.
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    10 mins
  • St Gregory Palamas Nativity Homily Week 2

    St Gregory Palamas Nativity Homily Week 2
    Dec 17 2025

    Second and final week of reading and discussion of the Nativity homily of St Gregory Palamas.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Does Jesus want you to be happy?

    Does Jesus want you to be happy?
    Dec 16 2025

    It's a fair question. The answer is….
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    12 mins