What happens when a congregation reaches the point of homeostasis? Fr. Gabriel answers this question and more on a new Musing on Mission.

Fr. Gabriel explains that the notion of religion is something we do in order to enter into God's presence.

Fr. Gabriel enumerates the various ways in which secular individuals replace the one true Messiah who is lacking in their lives.

Fr. Gabriel engages in a sustained meditation upon the centrality of the Resurrection for Christians.

Fr. Gabriel explains that missions is not just about getting people into church; rather, it's likewise about enabling people to think like Christians.

Fr. Gabriel shares the results of an evening forum he hosted on Orthodox conversions.

What role does culture play in bearing faith to people? What role should culture play in bearing faith to people? How are we ever going to develop an American Orthodox Church? Fr. Gabriel answers these questions and more on a new Musing on Mission.

What do Orthodox teens love about the Church? The community, the stability, the history, and the worship. Fr. Gabriel shares the results of a conversation he recently had with a Ukrainian Orthodox Teen Missions team.

How do you deflect the false issues with which potential seekers confront you? Fr. Gabriel suggests that you maintain your focus on the central message of Christianity.

Fr. Gabriel explains the distinction between joy and happiness.