The Cross and the Call to Discipleship | Sunday of the Holy Cross On the Third Sunday of Great Lent, the Church presents us with the Life-Giving Cross—not merely as a symbol of suffering, but as the path to true discipleship. In this homily, Fr. David reflects on the meaning of the Cross in our daily lives, drawing from Christ’s own words: “If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me.” What does it mean to embrace the Cross? How do we, in our own circumstances, perceive and carry it? In this reflection, we explore the mystery of the Cross—not just as a theological concept, but as the very foundation of our walk with Christ. 📖 Gospel Reading: Mark 8:34-9:1 www.antiochian.org/epistleliturgicday/4136 🙏 May this message strengthen you in your Lenten journey! #OrthodoxSermon #GreatLent #HolyCross #ChristianDiscipleship

Bishop Nicholas of DOMSE. https://domse.org/

Lent is not about rigid legalism but about transformation. The fasting rule of the Church is not a burden meant to condemn us—it is a tutor guiding us toward true repentance and union with Christ. In this sermon, Father David [Winn] reflects on the deeper meaning of fasting and prayer, drawing from St. Paul’s encouragement in Hebrews. Let us approach Lent with zeal, not fear, knowing that even our smallest efforts are precious in the eyes of God. May this season lead us closer to Christ and strengthen us in faith! #EasternOrthodox #Lent #GreatFast #Fasting #Prayer #OrthodoxFaith

Please keep Priest Wayne who reposed last week in your prayers. Fr. Wayne is the spiritual father of Fr. David and was one of his sponsors to his priestly ordination. Here's an old blog by Kh. Destinie detailing the ordination and showing pictures matching the description Abuna David gave. https://www.asceticlifeofmotherhood.com/blog/Priestordination Note: audio goes quite after minute 11, feel free to turn your volume up then.