The Three

The Publican & The Pharisee

February 23, 2024 • Con Mercouris • Luke 18:9–14

On the first Sunday of Triodion, the Parable of the Publican and the Pharisee is told. It conveys a clear message of humility, prayer, repentance, and thanksgiving. In this talk, Con Mercouris (student of St Andrews Greek Orthodox Theological College in NSW), contextualises the parable in two broader themes of the gospel; the Kingdom of God and reversal. He discusses the theme of repentance and God's invitation to the Kingdom of Heaven, exploring the text in further detail as well as the parable's meaning, characters, and setting.

If You Love Me

February 9, 2024 • Rev Fr. Asterios Zouriakas

Celebrating the Holy Resurrection of Christ does not come without spiritual preparation. Expanding on the spiritual lessons in the Parable of the Prodigal Son, Father Asterios discusses how we need to move closer to Christ in order to experience the fullness of communion with Him.

A Transformative Journey to Orthodoxy from Mexico

November 3, 2023 • Fr Nicholas Carmona

Father Nicholas Carmona, the Parish Priest of Saint Dionysios in Mangrove Mountain discusses his journey of finding Orthodoxy amidst a rich landscape of Catholicism in Mexico.

Who are The Church Fathers?

August 25, 2023 • Rev. Fr. Anastasios Bozikis

Father Anastasios Bozikis walks us through an introduction to the Fathers of the Church and the importance that they hold in the modern day structure of the church spiritually and dogmatically.

Beginning to Know The Theotokos

August 10, 2023 • Presvitera Maria Bozikis

In this introductory talk on the Mother of God, The Theotokos, Presvitera Maria Bozikis discusses the biblical roots of Panagia, Her continual significance in our lives and throughout history and her powerful role as the compassionate intercessor.

The Divine Liturgy Part 2

July 28, 2023 • Rev Fr. Asterios Zouriakas

In this talk, Father Asteri continues the discussion on one of the most important and holiest acts of participation in the Christian life.

The Divine Liturgy Part 1

July 14, 2023 • Rev Fr. Asterios Zouriakas

In this talk, Father Asteri discusses one of the most important and holiest acts of participation in the Christian life. He connects meaning to the words in the liturgy, discusses the importance of self-offering and sacrifice and discusses the divine mysteries that manifest by the Holy Spirit.

Nurturing an Orthodox Mindset

June 30, 2023 • Rev. Fr. Timothy Klintsaris

In this talk, Father Timothy discusses what makes gives us an Orthodox mindset. Where do we need to be, if we want to progress spiritually?

Superstition vs. Orthodoxy

June 16, 2023 • Very Rev. Gerasimos Koutsouras

Father Gerasimos discusses the superstitions, old wives tales, myths and legends that are often confused with the Orthodox Faith. Father drives the message that blurring the lines with faith and superstition can not only distort the faith, but convince us that there is a better shield, other than the closeness of Christ that is cultivated through prayer and a sacramental life.

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia

Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Liverpool