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Come and See
In a world of empty quests for meaning, Jesus offers to fill our hearts by inviting us to follow wherever He stays, leading to lives of purpose and bold witness.
Remember Who You Are
In Jesus' baptism, he gives us a gift: we have a true and lasting identity from God.
Strange Gifts, True King
God revealed Christ to Gentile magi through a star, using their strange gifts to foreshadow Jesus as King, Priest, and Sacrifice.
Inheritance in Immanuel
God's plan from eternity redeems sinners through Jesus, granting adoption into God's family, forgiveness of sins, and an eternal inheritance sealed by the Holy Spirit
You Can't Fight God's Will
Not even King Herod's tyrannical attempts to thwart God's plan through mass murder can stop God's will from being done, showing us that it is always better for us when we choose to participate in God's will instead of going our own way.
Nativity Sermon of St. John Chrysostom
The first recorded Christmas sermon, given by St. John Chrysostom in AD 386, was read for the congregation at the Christmas Day service on December 25, 2025.
Good News for the Lowly
The birth of Jesus in a manger brings good news of salvation for all people, first proclaimed to lowly shepherds and extending to us as those favored by God.
The Sign Fulfilled
God is not looking for false piety, but radical trust in his promises and providence through Jesus Christ.
Reading the Icon of the Annuncation
An exploration of a Byzantine Icon of the Annunciation, detailing its symbolic elements and highlighting the Blessed Virgin Mary's role as the God-bearer.
Has It All Been Worth It?
Even when life doesn't go like we expect, we can trust that Jesus Christ gives our struggles and sufferings true and lasting purpose.
Reading Theophanes’ John the Baptist
An exploration of the Icon of John the Baptist by Theophanes the Greek that shows that Christians are to act as living icons reflecting God's goodness and righteousness in Christ.
Children of Abraham by Faith
Repentance is not self-improvement. It is the reception of God's righteousness in Jesus Christ.
Reading the Rublev Trinity
An exploration of the Rublev Holy Trinity icon as a visual representation of the Triune God, drawing from Genesis 18 and to talk about divine relationship, promise, and fulfillment in Christ.
Preparing for the Unexpected King
True preparation for Jesus' unexpected return involves fulfilling the law through love and putting on Christ.
The True Work of God
True thanksgiving arises from recognizing God's work in providing faith in Christ, who is the Bread of Life.
The True and Selfless King
Unlike earthly rulers, Jesus Christ uses his power not for his own benefit, but for the eternal salvation of those who trust in him.
Hope, in the End
In the face of worldly suffering and persecution, Christians find unshakable hope in Jesus Christ, who promises resurrection and eternal life.
The Consummation of Hope
Despite the threats to our faith from the world, the devil, and our own sinful flesh, Christ's return brings hope, not fear, for those sanctified in baptism.
Saints on the Way
True sainthood comes not from perfect faith or actions but from being sanctified by Christ's grace and walking the Way to which he has called us.