2024 Homilies
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Birth of the Church by Archbishop Averky Part 2 (7/07/2024)
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Birth of the Church by Archbishop Averky Part 2 (7/07/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on July 7th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Birth of the Church by Archbishop Averky Part 1 (6/30/2024)
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Birth of the Church by Archbishop Averky Part 1 (6/30/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on June 30th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Faith Not Fear (6/09/2024)
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Faith Not Fear (6/09/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on June 9th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Union to Salvation (6/02/24)
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Union to Salvation (6/02/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on June 2nd, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Marriage as a Microcosm (5/26/24)
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Marriage as a Microcosm (5/26/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on May 26th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Sunday After is a Mirror (5/19/24)
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Sunday After is a Mirror (5/19/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on May 19th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Willful Ignorance (5/12/24)
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Willful Ignorance (5/12/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on May 12th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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The Inside Out (4/21/2024)
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The Inside Out (4/21/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on April 21st, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
The Space In-Between (4/14/2024)
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The Space In-Between (4/14/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on April 14th, 2025 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Ultimate Affirmation (4/07/2024)
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Ultimate Affirmation (4/07/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on April 7th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Unblemished Faith (3/31/2024)
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Unblemished Faith (3/31/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on March 31st, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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8 Temptations (3/10/2024)
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8 Temptations (3/10/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on March 10th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Taken Us Captive (3/03/2024)
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Taken Us Captive (3/03/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on March 3rd, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Household of Repentance (2/25/2024)
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Household of Repentance (2/25/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on February 25th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Not an Organization (2/11/2024)
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Not an Organization (2/11/2024)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on February 11th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Church Politics? Really 🤔 (2/04/24)
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Church Politics? Really 🤔 (2/04/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on February 4th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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All Consuming Love (1/28/24)
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All Consuming Love (1/28/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on January 28th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Grace Poured Forth (1/07/24)
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Grace Poured Forth (1/07/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on January 7th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Synaxarion: Forefather Abraham (12/29/24)
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Synaxarion: Forefather Abraham (12/29/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on December 29th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Confession: St. John of Kronstadt (12/22/24)
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Confession: St. John of Kronstadt (12/22/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on December 22nd, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Holy Prophet Habakkuk (12/15/24)
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Holy Prophet Habakkuk (12/15/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on December 15th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Prologue for Ochrid (12/08/24)
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Prologue for Ochrid (12/08/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on December 8th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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True Change of Heart (11/24/24)
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True Change of Heart (11/24/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on November 24th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Earthly Titles & Empty Thrones (11/17/24)
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Earthly Titles & Empty Thrones (11/17/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on November 17th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore https://ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese https://eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery https://jordanville.org Orthodox Life https://orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom
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Void of Love & Full of Fear (11/10/24)
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Void of Love & Full of Fear (11/10/24)

This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on November 10th, 2024 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY. =+=-------------------------------= IC XC [☦] NIKA =-------------------------------=+= Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness" Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church. LINKS: Sts. Theodore ststheodore.org Eastern American Diocese eadiocese.org Holy Trinity Monastery jordanville.org Orthodox Life orthodoxlife.org Orthodox Wisdom youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom

The Space In-Between (4/14/2024)

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This homily was given by Father Andrew Hammond on April 14th, 2025 at Saints Theodore Orthodox Church in Williamsville, NY.

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Sts. Theodore’s Mission statement: "Enlightening those In darkness"

Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us that we are called to be a light to the world. Also by walking in the light of Christ we naturally reaffirm the true Orthodox philotimo (meaning the Holy Spirit guiding a community in its beliefs and aspirations through the contemplation of the Holy Trinity) amongst our brothers and sisters in the Orthodox Church.

LINKS:

Sts. Theodore
https://ststheodore.org

Eastern American Diocese
https://eadiocese.org

Holy Trinity Monastery
https://jordanville.org

Orthodox Life
https://orthodoxlife.org

Orthodox Wisdom
https://youtube.com/@OrthodoxWisdom

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