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December 29, 2024
Unknown preacher
Approaching the new year can intensify sadness and disappointment over apparent failures or insufficient spiritual progress. Interpreting the parable of the entrusted money in Luke 19, the preacher reassures worshippers that sincere prayer, participation in the Divine Liturgy, and even a small “deposit” of faith will grow by the grace of the Holy Spirit.
Luke 19:11–27
December 24, 2023
Unknown preacher
Using the parable of the entrusted money and the witness of Saint Stephen, the preacher teaches that life, time, abilities, possessions, and opportunities are gifts held in trust from God. Christians are called to use those gifts boldly for others, serve the Church and their neighbors, and live according to God’s will rather than fearfully keeping what they have for themselves.
Luke 19:11–27; Acts 6–7; Matthew 22:37–39
October 15, 2023
Fr. Mesrop Ash
Using the account of the widow’s offering, the preacher teaches that generosity is measured not by the visible size of a gift but by the giver’s heart and sacrifice. Christians should examine what they withhold—money, time, talents, attention, and love—and whether prudent restraint is motivated by genuine responsibility or by fear greater than their love for God.
Mark 12:41–44; Matthew 10:16; Matthew 25:14–30