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Three Steps

Fr. Ted urges us to push our Christian faith a step further.




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Doing Miracles

Fr. Ted provides an interesting definition of the word "miracle," explaining that instead of abnormal, a miracle is actually true to our original nature.




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Squinting into the Light

Fr. Ted offers a beautiful homily for the Feast of Transfiguration. He urges us to live life within the Church, so that when we come into contact with the light of Truth, we do not squint and turn away.




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Forgiving the Debt

Fr. Ted speaks on the importance of forgiveness and reminds us of the huge debt we've been forgiven.




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Dormition

Fr. Ted speaks on the feast of the Dormition, encouraging us to look at Mary's obedient spirit as an example of the Christian life.




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Changing With the Wind

Fr. Ted encourages us to keep our moral compasses set firmly on Christ.




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Holy Not Happy

Fr Ted explains that God is interested in our pursuit of holiness rather than our pursuit of happiness.




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God Does Not Exist

Fr. Ted points us to God's greatness, explaining that while humans "exist," God just "is."




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As We Love, We Are Judged

This week, Fr. Ted addresses the question of how a loving God could also judge us.




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Christ in the Village

Fr. Ted asks us to reflect upon whether Christ is truly the center of our lives.




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Our First Catechists

As the new Sunday school year begins, Fr. Ted reminds parents that we are our children's primary teachers.




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Icons:  A Spiritual Reality

Fr. Ted discusses the spiritual importance of icons, citing the Seventh Ecumenical Council.




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Don't Go Blaming Demons

Fr. Ted cautions us against letting evil take hold in our hearts.




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Engaging the Icons

Fr. Ted discusses the necessity of icons in worship.




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Christians in Practice

Fr. Ted encourages us to use this fast not only as a time to tame our passions, but as a time to show compassion to others,




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Priorities

Fr. Ted reminds us to use this Nativity Fast as a time to redefine our priorities.




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The Root of All Evil

Fr. Ted explains that the "root of all evil," is anything we put in place of God.




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First Fruits

Fr. Ted challenges us to give away the best of our possessions, rather than just what we can not use for ourselves.




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Ethnophyletism

Fr. Ted urges us to embrace all of our Orthodox brothers and sisters, despite ethnic origins.




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Noble Joseph

Fr. Ted discusses Joseph, exploring his patience, kindness and faithfulness.




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Nativity Symbols

Fr. Ted explains that the Nativity is not only the fulfillment of the Old Testament, but the beginning of the New.




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This is My Beloved Son

Fr. Ted speaks about the feast of Theophany. He explains that in both Nativity and Theophany, God reveals Himself to man.




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Ungratefulness

Fr. Ted reminds us to be grateful to God our Creator, the giver of all good things.




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Testing the Spirits

Fr. Ted speaks of the danger in placing too much emphasis on miracles.




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Personality Cults

Fr. Ted talks shares his thoughts on the Feast of the Three Hierarchs.




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Living as a Temple

Fr. Ted reminds us that we are temples of the Holy Spirit and to live as such.




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The Triodion

Fr. Ted discusses the period in the Church's calendar year called the Triodion. In her wisdom, Fr. Ted explains, the Church strategically places these lessons for us immediately preceding Lent.




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Theologoumena

Fr. Ted responds to questions he has received regarding the moments immediately following death. He explains that all answers fall into the category of opinion. Our focus instead should be on living our Christian lives here on earth.




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Make a Decision

Fr. Ted boldly states that if we believe God is real, we should act accordingly.




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Sorry is Not Enough

Fr. Ted speaks on the importance of the Forgiveness Vespers service and reminds us that true forgiveness is more than a "social nicety."




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Thoughts on the Second Week of Lent

Fr. Ted encourages us to pace ourselves in this, our second week of Lent, as temptations from the evil one can thwart our efforts to be closer to God. He also reminds us to be patient with others as each path is different and we are not to judge.




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Prayer and Fasting

Fr. Ted urges encourages us to stay the course, as the feast of Pascha draws near.




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Would We Ever?

Fr. Ted urges those who have been born into the Orthodox faith to ask themselves hard questions about what they would sacrifice for Orthodoxy had they not been born into it. He reminds them to demonstrate Christian love and acceptance to catechumens.




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Identity

Fr. Ted speaks to us about the true identity of Christ in this Palm Sunday homily.




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Holy Monday - A Foreshadowing

Fr. Ted explores Holy Monday's Gospel, explaining how it foreshadows Christ's passion.




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Holy Thursday - Ego vs. Humility

Fr. Ted urges us to focus on what we can give to others and to the Church, rather than what we can get.




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All Are Called

Fr. Ted applauds his parishioners for making Orthodoxy a part of their lives.




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Doubting Each Other

Fr. Ted explains how our faith in Christ correlates with our willingness to believe in and trust our brother.




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An Authentic Witness

Fr. Ted discusses the various accounts of the Resurrection and explains how the differences actually support the Truth.




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A Church of Councils

Fr. Ted addresses the importance of the Church's Ecumenical Councils.




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The True Spirit of God

Fr. Ted explains that the Spirit of Truth always brings understanding, and most importantly, offers a message of love.




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Attaining the Likeness

On the Sunday of All Saints, Fr. Ted distinguishes between the image of God, which is a gift given to all of humanity, and the likeness of God, which must be attained through much effort and prayer.




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The Ark of Truth

Fr. Ted explains why the Orthodox Church has never modernized—and never will!




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We See As We Are

This week's homily was delivered by guest priest Fr. Nicholas Tambakis from Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Thunder Bay, Ontario.




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Fulfilling the Law

This week's sermon was delivered by guest homilist Metropolitan Sotirios of Canada.




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Coming Out of the Darkness

Fr. Ted explains that the purpose of our existence is to transfigure ourselves into being more like Christ.




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Panagia—The Great Example

Fr. Ted explains that it is the human tendency toward unbelief that causes us to change the teachings of the Church.




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Spiritual Delusions

Fr. Ted explains that it is possible to be a good person and a bad Christian simultaneously.




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The Rhythm of Prayer

Fr. Ted tells us that we need to use the rhythm of prayer to remove those things from our lives that get in the way of our relationship with Christ.




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The Bronze Serpent

Fr. Ted reminds us that just as the Israelites of the Old Testament looked to the bronze serpent for healing, we must look to Christ on the Cross for the ultimate healing.