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In "Will My Family Circle Be Unbroken? Pascha," the author reflects on the significance of family and community during the Pascha celebrations. The post explores themes of connection, love, and the enduring bonds that unite us, emphasizing the importance of shared traditions in fostering spiritual growth and belonging.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 7, 2022

In "The Truth of Orthodoxy," Nikolai A. Berdyaev explores the essence of Orthodox Christianity, emphasizing its spiritual depth and existential significance. He discusses the interplay between faith and freedom, urging readers to seek a genuine understanding of their beliefs beyond dogma. This reflection invites a deeper engagement with Orthodox traditions.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
March 15, 2022

In this blog post, the Good Shepherd Community celebrates the recent reception of six new members into the Holy Orthodox Church. It reflects on the significance of their journeys, the transformative power of faith, and the welcoming nature of the Orthodox community. A heartfelt tribute to spiritual growth and connection.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
February 22, 2019

The blog post highlights the recent reception of six adults into the Holy Orthodox Church at a special ceremony. It emphasizes the spiritual journey of these individuals, their commitment to faith, and the significance of their inclusion in the community, reflecting the church's welcoming and supportive nature.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
May 26, 2018

In this blog post, the author reflects on their transformative journey into the Orthodox Christian faith. They discuss the deepening of their spiritual understanding and community involvement, emphasizing the significance of tradition and practice in fostering a genuine connection with God. The post highlights personal growth and the importance of belonging.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 14, 2018

In this post, the author shares their journey of discovering Orthodox faith, highlighting the transformative power of community and spiritual practices. They reflect on personal experiences that led them to embrace the teachings of the Orthodox Church, emphasizing the importance of guidance and faith in their spiritual path.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 13, 2018

In this reflective blog post, the author shares a personal journey of faith and healing within the church community. Addressing moments of crisis, the narrative emphasizes the transformative power of God's guidance and the supportive role of fellowship, illustrating how these experiences foster spiritual growth and resilience.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 12, 2018

In this post, the author explores the transformative power of the Gospel and its role in the church. Highlighting personal experiences and biblical teachings, the narrative emphasizes the importance of community, faith, and spiritual growth within the church, illustrating how God guides individuals on their spiritual journeys.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 11, 2018

In "God Led Me Into His Church: Part 2 - Peace in War," the author reflects on finding solace and strength in faith amidst life's challenges. The post explores the transformative power of spirituality in navigating conflict and uncertainty, emphasizing the profound peace that can arise through a connection with God.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 10, 2018

In "God Led Me Into His Church: Part 1 - My Conversion," the author shares a personal journey of faith, detailing the transformative experiences that led to their embrace of Christianity. The post reflects on the challenges and revelations encountered along the way, emphasizing the profound impact of divine guidance.

Fr. Geoff Harvey
April 9, 2018

Blog

The Wedding Garment: Making the Most of What Christ Offers
Sdn Tim Grace
Sdn Tim Grace
September 6, 2026 10:00 AM
Preaching on Father's Day, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace takes up the parable of the wedding feast and the guest without a garment. In the ancient world the host supplied the garments, so to arrive without one was not poverty but insult — and Christ, the great host, has supplied us with everything we need. Drawing on St. Symeon the New Theologian's call to run to the light while it still shines, he asks what excuse any of us will offer for not becoming holy. He closes with a word to fathers on steering between indifference and control, and on St. Paul as a model of invested, un-domineering fatherhood.
Tenants in the Vineyard: Saved by Grace, Made to Love
Fr. Geoff Harvey
Fr. Geoff Harvey
August 30, 2026 10:00 AM
Preaching on the parable of the wicked tenants, Fr. Geoff Harvey holds together two truths that can seem to pull against each other: we are saved by grace and not by works, yet a faith that bears no love has no life in it. The tenants' great failure did not begin with murder but with forgetting whose vineyard it was. Fr. Geoff offers three simple charges — stand firm in the faith, serve one another in love, and show love to the Lord — and points us to the stone the builders rejected, who has become the cornerstone of our salvation.
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