Eastern Christian Insights

Returning to the Father 15.03.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us of the purpose of the Great Fast on the Sunday of Forgiveness.

The Last Judgment 05.03.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us that the path to the Kingdom of God is through our suffering neighbors.

Estrangement and Return 26.02.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters draws our attention to the estrangement of the prodigal son by his self-centered desire, and the love of the Father upon his return.

Praying to Ourselves 25.02.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters considers how the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee relates to our lives today.

What About the Dogs? 12.02.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the gospel reading from the Sunday of the Canaanite Woman and the persistent humble faith that she exhibited.

Stewardship of our Talents 05.02.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to offer our lives in service of the Kingdom of God.

The Healing of the Lepers 01.02.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters asks, "Can physical things, including our bodies, become holy?"

Zacchaeus' Personal Encounter With Jesus 30.01.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters describes the way that the early Christians, like Zacchaeus, were transformed by their encounter with Jesus Christ.

Joseph the Betrothed 30.01.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the important role that Joseph the Betrothed played in the Nativity of Jesus Christ.

The Genealogy of Jesus 22.01.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters explains our connection with the ancestors of Jesus.

Christmas: The Humility of Love for All People 22.01.2019 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters recounts the Christmas story that is for all humanity.

The Forefathers of Christ 18.12.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to reflect upon the fulfillment of the promises to the descendants of Abraham in Jesus Christ.

True Enemies 04.12.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us that our true enemies are the corrupt spiritual powers that tempt us to sin, and our own need to put on the spiritual armor of God.

Am I the Rich Fool? 21.11.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters helps us apply the meaning of the parable of The Rich Fool as we enter the Nativity Fast.

Lazarus and the Violence of the World 13.11.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters addresses the violence in our world today by reflecting on the call to love our neighbor in the story of Lazarus.

The Good Samaritan and the Neighbor 13.11.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters helps us to understand the deeper meaning of the parable of the Good Samaritan so that we too can live the Gospel with our Neighbor.

Faith Beyond Words 30.10.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the struggle to believe when the circumstances we face seem overwhelming, growing in faith into the image of Christ.

Mindfulness 16.10.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters teaches us how to gain the spiritual clarity that we need to bear good fruit.

The Widow of Nain 09.10.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters recounts the story of the healing of the widow of Nain, and calls all of us turn to the Lord for the healing of our souls.

The Conception of St. John the Baptist 25.09.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters shares the story of the conception of St. John the Baptist, and how the troubles of our lives provide us with an additional opportunity to walk by faith.

The Way of the Cross 17.09.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to take up our cross and walk the way of the cross of Christ.

Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos 11.09.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos.

Wedding Garments 04.09.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters explains the parable of the Wedding Feast which shows us that Christ came to save the entire world through union with him.

Humble Faith, Not Legalism 30.08.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to a life of humility, that goes beyond a prideful legalism, leading to the healing of our souls.

Tending Vineyards 30.08.2018 ↓

Fr. Philip LeMasters explains the meaning of the parable of the Vineyard and its significance for us today as the new tenants of the vineyard.