Hearts And Minds

Fr. John Oliver asks whether an Orthodox Church can truly welcome all who come no matter their spiritual illness.

Fr. John Oliver helps us see ourselves through the eyes of the Myrrh-bearing Women.

Fr. John Oliver journeys through the hate behind Holy Week.

Fr. John Oliver invites us to consider the unbelievable news that sends us searching for more.

Fr. John Oliver reads the Sermon on the Mount, in three parts, from the translation titled "The New Testament: A Translation" by David Bentley Hart. (Part 3)

Fr. John Oliver reads the Sermon on the Mount, in three parts, from the translation titled "The New Testament: A Translation" by David Bentley Hart. (Part 2)

Fr. John Oliver reads the Sermon on the Mount, in three parts, from the translation titled "The New Testament: A Translation" by David Bentley Hart. (Part 1)

Fr. John Oliver shares the story of one British philosopher's search for God.

Fr. John Oliver ponders the long climb ahead of us, and the ways that we can be led astray and fall off the Ladder of Divine Ascent.

Fr. John Oliver shares a story about a group of demons discussing how best to lead humans astray, the opportunity for repentance through the mercy of God.

Fr. John Oliver reflects upon the cross that we are called to bear as we follow Christ, and pursue the healing of our will.

Fr. John Oliver helps us to understand more the mystery of belonging to God.

Fr. John Oliver asks whether it is possible for a Christian to loose their sanity, their ability to manage their lives, and how to trust God in the struggle.

Fr. John Oliver helps us to answer the question, "Who am I?", by redirecting us to the I AM.ham

Fr. John Oliver reflects on the unique features in each friendship.

Fr. John Oliver offers hope for those suffering with anxiety in a crazy world.

Fr. John Oliver considers the scandalous nature of mystery.

Fr. John Oliver reflects on the writing of St. John Chrysostom titled "No One Can Harm the Man Who Does not Harm Himself."

Fr. John Oliver considers the motivating forces behind Zacchaeus' movement up the tree and towards Jesus.

Fr. John Oliver reflects on the recent passage of the House Equality Act by the United States House of Representatives asking, "What does the Orthodox Church mean when She says, 'You Are Welcome Here'".