First Sinner.

Epistle: (285-ctr) – 1 Timothy 4:9-15 My son Timothy: This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance. For this purpose, we both work hard and experience rejection, because we have placed our trust in the living God who is the Savior of all, especially of those who believe. Command and teach these things. Let…

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Faith out loud.

Homily 294 – 32nd Sunday after Pentecost Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church, Ames, Iowa January 14, 2018 (Ed. note:  In order to provide context for the homilies, we shall begin including the readings for the Sunday.) Epistle: (280-ctr) – 1 Timothy 1:15-17 My son Timothy, this saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance: that Christ…

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What humility looks like.

Homily 293 – 31st Sunday after Pentecost Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church, Ames, Iowa January 7, 2018 In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, One God. We have been inundated with input over the past three or four days. The Baptism of Christ is a really big deal.…

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Theophany Services

Vespers Liturgy with Great Blessing of the Waters, Friday evening, 6:30 PM:  Holy Transfiguration Vespers modern For Theophany 2018   Divine Liturgy for Theophany and Outdoor blessing of the Waters, Saturday morning 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM:  Holy Transfiguration Theophany Liturgy 2018   Please note:  These are the entire services, with Music.

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