Hearts And Minds

Fr. John Oliver tells the story of the unsung hero of the Apollo 13 mission.

Fr. John Oliver explains how we can repel the Holy Spirit, and how we can become alive in the Holy Spirit instead.

Fr. John Oliver reflects on what makes us truly happy.

Fr. John Oliver wonders what might happen if we were to reach out for vital connection and deep healing.

Fr. John Oliver considers the mystery of the Virgin Mary, the Theotokos, that is known most fully in the heart.

Fr. John Oliver helps us to understand why life can be so hard, and how to find joy in the midst of the struggle.

Fr. John Oliver helps us to discover where true freedom lies.

Fr. John Oliver considers whether blessings can be found in the midst of the unexpected suffering of mental illness.

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.