In this Sunday's gospel, Jesus provides an abundance of life out of the abyss. The plentiful fish are a testimony of the authority that He has over the living and the dead, revealing that His mercy is deeper than the heart of the sea.

A discussion of Saturday's gospel leads community members to search for Resurrection.

Fr. Nicolaie invites us to join the community in looking into the eyes of the Theotokos from a humble position at the feet of her icon; and to live ascetically in a way that opens our own eyes to charity and mercy.

Martha prepares for the new year, with help from Flannery O’Connor and a quote from Auguste Escoffier.

Do you miss breakfast on Sunday? Today, Martha takes a look at the gift of a relaxing breakfast on Saturday and preparing for the Holy Eucharist.

In this episode of Wheat Wine and Oil, Martha contrasts Orthodox Advent with the secular holiday season. She also shares a fasting recipe. [Open in new window]

Martha is back, and she recounts what she has been doing since her last episode, including experiencing a car crash, preparing mercy meals, and celebrating a wedding.

Puzzled about what to give the foodies on your list? Join Martha for some gift ideas that can meet every skill level and interest and possibly keep you out of the mall!

Today Martha shares her reflections on seasonal citrus, St Nicholas and the classic dish Salmon Coulibiac.

The Nativity fast begins soon and the "season" gets started. Martha has some helpful insight for all of us as we prepare our hearts and our homes for the coming of Christ.

Join Martha for a look at traditional ways to break our Lenten fast and some good suggestions for your Pascha basket!

In this episode, Martha shares impressions of a memorable meal, a book about famous chefs, and Flannery O'Connor.

the appeals court ruled that, despite being a nonprofit and no evidence of market harm, its implementation of Controlled Digital Lending isn't fair use #

the course of medication that cures Hepatitis C costs $84,000 at $1,000/pill, but can be produced for only $700 or $0.83/pill #

very sad to hear this but I'm grateful for their effort, and loved having them at XOXO to talk about their weird and special community #

The Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel's clearheaded "endorsement of democracy, solving problems, and Kamala Harris" #

he has an extraordinary memory, reliving the stories behind a beautifully simple song #

a dozen surprise new games released to everyone at the same time on a regular schedule #

anything out of frame is immediately forgotten, making it very dream-like and surreal to explore #

inflation was a painful global phenomenon, and every ruling party was punished for it regardless of political leanings #

On the seventh Sunday of Pascha, we commemorate the holy God-bearing Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council.

So, what’s the deal with clerical dress and monastic habits? Do they really matter?

Fr. Lawrence asks if we should be trying to convert those of other faiths or not faith to Christianity.

What does the Orthodox Church think about gay sex? The official answer is not hard to find.

Fr. Lawrence offers commentary on the Divine Liturgy with a focus today on the Great Litany.

The Feast of the Elevation of the Cross could also be called The Feast of Byzantium.

Fr. Lawrence continues his series and examines the correlation in the Scriptures between that which is clean and that which is unclean.

Fr. Lawrence Farley is convinced that his culture knows absolutely nothing about the true meaning of Christmas.