Hearts and Minds
Summary: Fr. John Oliver's thoughtful perspective on culture, society and the Orthodox faith.
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- Artist: Fr. John Oliver, and Ancient Faith Ministries
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Podcasts:
Fr. John explains how all the Church's words are full of grace and truth—an example for us all as we celebrate the birth of the Word.
Fr. John uses the parable of Jesus to show us what Christian life is supposed to be.
Fr. John examines how the advent season prepares us for the Nativity of Christ.
Fr. John notes the differences between problems and crosses to bear.
During the afterfeast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, Fr. John reflects on the mystery that is Mary.
Fr. John offers a reflection on the recent tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico.
Fr. John makes the obvious (?) connection between summer and the Northern Kingdom of Israel in the 8th Century, BC.
Fr. John looks at tombs we all fall into—the sins, beliefs and habits that drain the life out of us.
Fr. John shows how Holy Week answers the question of "What happened?" between Christ's entry into Jerusalem and His glorious Resurrection.
Fr. John shows how, like the ecosystem of Guam was damaged by an unseen predator, so also what we keep hidden within us can destroy our relationships without repentance.
Fr. John uses the thoughts of St. Nikolai Velimirovich to reflect on the tragedy in Haiti.
Fr. John examines the life and faith of the Holy New Martyr and Grand Duchess Elizabeth.
Fr. John examines the well-known parable in answer to the question, "Are you saved?"
Fr. John shows how participation in God's sacraments are a necessary part of our salvation.
Fr. John explains why the new church year begins on September 1, then tells of a birthday party like no other.
