Singing the Triumphal Hymn

Fr. John speaks to the Youth Music Ministry track at the Sacred Music Institute at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania. After sharing stories of people dedicated to God at a young age, he reminds attendees that chanters are called by God to proclaim the truth of the Faith.

Fr. John reads chapter five of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he reflects on Great and Holy Pascha.

Fr. John reads chapter four of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he reflects on Lent and fasting.

Fr. John reads chapter three of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he reflects on Theophany and New Year's day at Grandpa Finley's.

Fr. John reads chapter two of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he reflects on Christmases spent at his grandparents' house in Oklahoma.

Fr. John reads chapter one of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he describes his childhood visits to his grandfather's house—a place filled with the love of faith, family, and God.

Fr. John reads chapter fourteen of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he further explores the symbolism of fish in both the Scriptures and Church tradition.

Fr. John reads chapter thirteen of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he draws a number of spiritual lessons from a lifetime spent fishing.

Fr. John reads chapter twelve of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he discusses issues related to the tray of wheat that we offer in commemoration of those who have fallen asleep in the Lord.

Fr. John reads chapter eleven of his book Sacred Meals, now available from Conciliar Press. Here he reminds us that olive trees—their leaves, fruit, and especially oil—are manifestations of God's mercy and reconciliation with mankind.