Breath of God is Love

Breath of God is Love

Christ is risen from the dead and on those in the tombs giving life!

There is a profound and intimate connection between the Resurrection and the Creation.

This is an inspirational sermon by Fr. John Brian, that speaks about the breath of God that creates life and sends the Word of creation, when He said, "It is good!"

Fr John Brian lays the groundwork for us to share the Good News of the light and life and deep abiding love presented to us at the Resurrection and bourn upon the Word from the beginning.

This sermon uses and refers to scripture readings appointed by the Syrian Malankara calendar and was given on Sunday, April 22, 2012 by Fr. John-Brian Paprock at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Mission Chapel, Madison, Wisconsin.

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Short Paschal Message

Short Paschal Message

Christ is risen from the dead and on those in the tombs giving life!

This is a short message given at Eastern Orthodox Easter liturgy.

This sermon uses and refers to scripture readings appointed by the Syrian Malankara calendar and was given on Sunday, April 15, 2012 by Fr. John-Brian Paprock at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Mission Chapel, Madison, Wisconsin.

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The Glory Which Shall Be Revealed in Us

The Glory Which Shall Be Revealed in Us

"The sufferings of the present time are not worthy to be compared which shall be revealed in us." Romans 8:18

In this sermon, Holy Week is discussed, but, in the Christian life, every week can be a holy week.

Despite the joys at the end of Holy Week, there are many in the world who are suffering, but the glory of God in us will be greater than any suffering. The sermon focuses on St Paul words to the Romans in Chapter18:18-19.

This sermon uses and refers to scripture readings appointed by the Syrian Malankara calendar and was given on Sunday, April 8, 2012 by Fr. John-Brian Paprock at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Mission Chapel, Madison, Wisconsin.

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The Meaning of Christian Sacrifice

The Meaning of Christian Sacrifice

Meaningful Sacrifice - Part 8

In this sermon, Fr. John Brian concludes the series on meaningful sacrifice. He puts together the meaning and intent of Christian sacrifice that leads to Holy Communion as a sacrifice acceptable to God and ultimately to our common resurrection.

Using Ephesians Chapter 5 (the first few verses), Fr John Brian emphasizes the biblical connection of Orthodox Christian practice and understanding.


This sermon uses and refers to scripture readings appointed by the Syrian Malankara calendar and was given on Sunday, April 1, 2012 by Fr. John-Brian Paprock at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Mission Chapel, Madison, Wisconsin.



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