This homily was given on the 26th of June 2025 at Camp St. Thekla in Cleveland, South Carolina, at the celebration of the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (offered in anticipation). In it, Fr. Anthony reflects on the bold faith and deep friendship between these two pillars of the Church. Drawing from their distinct personalities— Peter the confident fisherman who was always both bold and repentant and Paul the intellectual missionary who was always ready to live and sacrifice for his beliefs. Father encourages all of us to recognize how God uses our unique gifts for a greater purpose. He challenges listeners, especially the youth, to be courageous in their faith, to build strong friendships rooted in Christ, and to be open to the mission God is calling them to. Fr. Anthony gave a version of this homily tailored for his parish the following Sunday (but neglected to record it). Enjoy the show!

This homily was given at Camp St. Thekla in Cleveland SC, on June 24, 2025, the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Fr. Anthony used it as an opportunity to encourage all the campers who felt like they didn't belong. It touches on the themes of prophecy, being called, and how to listen for the voice of God. Enjoy the show!

The Feast of All Saints Hebrews 11:33-40; 12:1-2; St. Matthew 10:32-33; 37-38; 19:27-30

After clearing up potential confusion about "leaving" families as a sure way to heaven, Fr. Anthony asks how we are doing with the gifts of the Passion, Resurrection, and Pentecost (THE Holy Spirit!) God has given us to assist us in our healing and perfection. He encourages us to do a gut check on how we are doing by looking at the degree to which criticism and praise pull us from our peace. Enjoy the show!

Pentecost: The Language of Love This episode explores Pentecost as more than a miracle of tongues—it's a call to unity through the divine language of love. The Holy Spirit empowers us to truly listen, love, and live in communion. Through grace, repentance, and the Eucharist, we are formed into the family of God—one in purpose, diverse in gift, united by love. Enjoy the show!

The Truth Matters This homily explores why truth is essential—in logic, relationships, and faith. It examines the unique role of religion, the danger of distorting truth (like Arius did), and the deep meaning of Christ's incarnation, resurrection, and ascension. Standing on the Rock of Christ, we're called to live in love and invite others to the truth God gives as a gift. Enjoy the show!

In today's class, Fr. Anthony talks about spiritual fatherhood and how the health of the parish flows from the health of the priest and back. The talk included the temptation of tyranny, young-eldership (mladastarstvo), and people-pleasing. Enjoy the show!

John 4:5-42. In today's Gospel, Jesus talks about living water and secret food—not physical things, but spiritual truths. So here's the big question: What truly motivates us? Is it money, health, happiness? Those things matter—but they don't last. When life gets hard, they can't sustain us. Jesus shows us something deeper. His true nourishment is doing God's will—connecting with others, sharing love, offering grace. That's the "living water" He gave to the Samaritan woman, and it transformed her life. And it can transform ours, too. Let's find our purpose in loving well. That's what will carry us through every season—even into eternal life.

On Paralytic Sunday, Christ asks a man who had been sick for 38 years, "Do you want to be made well?" It's a question that reaches beyond the Gospel and speaks directly to us. True healing—spiritual and physical—begins with recognizing our need, seeking real help, and committing to the path of recovery. Christ is the Great Physician, and the Church is His hospital. But healing isn't automatic; it requires humility, trust, and obedience. As with the paralytic, Christ knows our pain and desires our healing. The question is: do we truly want to be made well?

In John 9:1–38, Jesus heals a man born blind, showing that suffering isn't always caused by sin but can reveal God's glory. St. John Chrysostom teaches that the man's blindness led to humility and spiritual insight, unlike the Pharisees who remained spiritually blind. The reflection calls us to open our eyes to God's grace in everyday life, allowing ordinary things—like relationships—to become vessels of holiness through love and intention.

Today Fr. Anthony started out talking about some of the temptations that come with becoming Orthodox, but most of the conversation ended up being about the draw and danger of cults. Enjoy the show!