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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

Take Up Your Cross: Giving Without Calculation
Daniel McInnes
Daniel McInnes
September 20, 2026 10:00 AM
On the Sunday after the Elevation of the Cross, Daniel McInnes asks what it actually means to take up your cross and follow Christ. Our whole life — not just the Sunday part of it — is the cross we are given to bear, and bearing it well means giving to the people around us without calculating the cost or the return. Drawing on his work as a mathematician and on his days at the Defence Academy, he shows how the modern instinct to optimise everything fails in the places that matter most, and how even involuntary suffering trains us to give with our whole heart.
The Tree of Life: Why We Glory in the Cross
Fr. Nicholas Frazer
Fr. Nicholas Frazer
September 13, 2026 10:00 AM
Ahead of the feast of the Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, Fr. Nicholas Frazer preaches on why the cross stands at the very centre of the Orthodox faith. Drawing on Christ's words to Nicodemus and on Ss. John Chrysostom, Athanasius and Cyril of Alexandria, he traces the pattern of salvation history: death came through a tree in paradise, and life comes through the tree of the cross. The cross is shown as the revelation of God's love, the throne of the King and the defeat of death — and each of us is called to take it up daily in forgiveness, humility and repentance.
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