The people of Gadara didn't want the Lord Jesus to hang around. In what ways do we imitate their demonic behavior today? Fr. Methodius delivered this homily at St. Spyridon on the feast of St. Filaret of NY and America.

Fr. Methodius offers an eschatological interpretation of the Rich man and Lazarus, from the Gospel reading.

During this homily, Fr. Methodius offers, among other things, a helpful definition of "The mystery of Piety". What is it? What does it mean? Listen here to find out.

If we find it difficult to love those who love us, how can we love those who hate us? Fr. Methodius explains that this kind of love is a gift from God we should work towards.

We all know the story about our Lord telling the fishermen, who had labored all night, to cast their nets out again. Do we have an Ascetical interpretation of this that can help purify our souls though? Fr. M offers perspective here that will help strugglers.

We do well to wake up and receive the Gospel as an invitation to repentance. The Saints followed the prescription of accepting Voluntary and Involuntary suffering. Is this method found in Scripture or is it an innovation introduced by outsiders?

The Lord Jesus Christ owns the nations. How much more do those who claim to be His followers owe Him their lives? Fr. M offers an exhortation on the Great Feast of the Exaltation.

There are two propositions we must both accept and reject. Fr. Methodius explains the value of living in the "tension" created when we embrace antinomy.

You have heard about the Full Armor of God. Have you listened to an Orthodox description of these implements? In this homily, Fr. M attempts to show how a correct understanding of the weapons available to the Orthodox Christian are spiritual and how they may be used.

How does the Dormition of the Theotokos become the Christian's greatest help? Why is it important that we have an Orthodox understanding of how She intercedes for us? Fr. M explains these things and more.