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Sparks Among the Stubble
This podcast archives weekly sermons, classes, and retreats at St. Innocent Orthodox Church in Macon, Georgia. St. Innocent Orthodox Church is a parish in the Diocese of the South, Orthodox Church in America.
Episodes
480 episodes
Seeing Christ and Serving Others: The Example of St. Herman of Alaska
In this homily, we reflect on the Feast of the Transfiguration and the Christian calling to behold Christ and be transformed by His uncreated light.The life of St. Herman of Alaska gives us a practical example of what this transformation...
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The Secret to Inner Peace in a Distracted World
How do we keep our peace when the world demands our attention at every moment?In this Sunday's homily, Fr. explores one of the most dramatic miracles in the Gospels: Christ walking on the water and St. Peter stepping out of the bo...
When You Have Nothing Left to Give, Give It to God.
Have you ever felt like you're simply not enough?Whether it's raising a family, caring for others, battling sin, or just trying to keep up with life's demands, many of us eventually reach the end of our own strength. In this homily, Fr....
What Good Is Correct Doctrine If It Doesn't Change You?
On the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the First Six Ecumenical Councils, Fr. reflects on why the Church fought so fiercely to preserve the truth about Christ—and why correct doctrine alone is not enough.The Fathers safeguarded the faith ...
Why Are We So Empty? Christ Can Fill Us Again.
In this Sunday's homily, we reflect on St. Paul's teaching that each of us has received gifts of grace—not merely for ourselves, but for the building up of the Body of Christ. As we seek to be filled with God's presence through prayer, worship,...
Patriotism, Repentance, and the Christian Calling
As Americans celebrate Independence Day, Orthodox Christians have much to be grateful for, especially the freedom to worship, raise our families in the faith, and pursue holiness without fear of persecution.But gratitude also comes with...
Prepare for Your Martyrdom
As the Church prepares to celebrate the Feast of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, Fr. Theophan reflects on the lives of these two great saints and what they reveal about the Christian life. Far from promising comfort, prosperity, or an easy pa...
Why Are We So Anxious? Christ Has the Answer
In this homily, Fr. Theophan reflects on Christ's command to "seek first the Kingdom of God" and the struggle many of us face with anxiety, security, and the pursuit of success.Modern life teaches us to place our hope in education, care...
The Saints Walked Here: Why North America Is Holy Ground
On the Sunday of All Saints of North America, Fr. Theophan reflects on the holy men and women who brought the light of Christ to this continent and demonstrated that sanctity is not confined to distant lands or ancient times. From the missionar...
The Saints and the Fulfillment of the Gospel
All Saints Sunday Homily – St. Innocent Orthodox ChurchOn this Sunday of All Saints, we celebrate the countless men, women, children, martyrs, monastics, pastors, and righteous faithful who responded to Christ’s call and became radiant ...