This Sunday, we reflect on the courage of the Holy Fathers who, filled with the grace of the Holy Spirit, stood boldly against the heresy of Arius at the First Ecumenical Council. Just as they defended the truth of Christ in their time, we too are called to stand firm against the heresies of our own day—including the lies promoted during so-called “Pride” celebrations. Let us, like the Fathers, proclaim the unchanging truth of the Gospel with love, clarity, and unwavering faithfulness to Christ.

In this engaging and spiritually enriching class, Mr. Anthony Ally delves into the profound importance of the Ecumenical Councils in the life of the Orthodox Church. These councils, inspired and upheld by the grace of the Holy Spirit, were not merely historical gatherings—they were divinely guided moments that preserved the true doctrine of Christ, upheld the unity of the Church, and protected the faithful from heresy and confusion. Mr. Ally will explore how the grace given through these councils continues to shape our faith today, why their decisions are binding and life-giving, and how they remain a crucial part of our journey toward salvation. Whether you are new to Orthodoxy or seeking a deeper understanding, this class offers essential insights into the foundations of our Holy Tradition.

In this homily for the Sunday of the Blind Man, Fr. Stephen reflects on Christ’s healing as a sign not just of physical restoration, but of spiritual sight. We are reminded that just as the blind man boldly proclaimed Christ before others, we too are called to bear witness and preach the Gospel to all nations — beginning with the world right around us.

In this Bible/adult study, Mr. Anthony Ally reflects on the compassionate encounter between Christ and Saint Photini, the Samaritan woman at the well, as a powerful example of how the Lord draws near to the brokenhearted. Once an outcast burdened by shame, Photini becomes a fearless evangelist after meeting the Messiah who knows her completely—and loves her still. Through Scripture and the tradition of the Church, we follow her transformation from woundedness to bold witness, and consider how Christ meets us in our own places of pain, offering healing, truth, and the living water that never runs dry.

In this Bible/adult study, Mr. Anthony Ally examines how Satan, the father of lies, has sown confusion and division through historical deviations from the apostolic and biblical faith preserved in the Orthodox Church. We explore how both Roman Catholic innovations and Protestant reactions—though often well-intentioned—introduced distortions that obscured the fullness of truth found in the undivided Church. Rooted in Scripture and the patristic witness, this study helps clarify where and how these departures occurred, and how Orthodoxy continues to guard the faith once delivered to the saints. It’s not about condemnation, but illumination—calling all back to the fullness of Christ’s Church.

In this Bible/adult study, Mr. Anthony Ally guides us in understanding how the Church prepares for Pentecost while still rejoicing in the light of the Resurrection. Far from moving past Pascha, we are called to deepen our experience of Christ’s victory and anticipate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from the hymns, Scripture readings, and traditions of the Paschal season, we explore how to remain spiritually watchful, cultivate inner joy, and open our hearts to the fire of Pentecost. This study is an invitation to grow from glory to glory in the risen life of Christ.

In this Bible/adult study, Mr. Anthony Ally helps us prepare our hearts and minds for the sacred journey of Holy Week, the most solemn and grace-filled days of the Orthodox calendar. Drawing from Scripture, hymnography, and the wisdom of the Church Fathers, we reflect on how to enter into the Passion of Christ with attentiveness, humility, and repentance. Whether it’s through increased prayer, fasting, confession, or deeper participation in the services, this study offers practical and spiritual guidance for walking with Christ from Bethany to Golgotha—and ultimately to the joy of the Resurrection.

In this Bible/adult study, Fr. Stephen Osburn continues his reflection on the Proskemedia in light of Lazarus Saturday, diving deeper into the theological and pastoral significance of this sacred preparation. In Part 2, we examine how the Proskemedia prefigures Christ’s victory over death and anticipates the resurrection—not only of Lazarus, but of all the faithful. Through the placing of particles on the diskos and the prayerful remembrance of souls, we glimpse the Church’s unwavering hope in the life to come. This study calls us to approach the Liturgy with greater reverence, aware that the mystery of the Resurrection is already unfolding in the altar.