St Spyridon

Jan 04 2017 55 mins 6.3k

Sermons and classes from St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Loveland, Colorado

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Introduction, Class 1

Introductory remarks on the Gospel of Mark

Class 2, Formation of the New Testament Canon

A short history and spiritual biography of the New Testament canon

Canon of the New Testament and Authorship of the Gospel of Mark

Discussion of the formation of the New Testament canon and the authorship of the Gospel of Mark

Audience

In this study we discuss the audience of the Gospel of St. Mark

Background and Themes, Part I

Background and Themes, Part II

Background and Themes, Part III

Background and Themes, Part IV

Part four of our discussion on the themes and background to the Gospel of Mark, Messianic Secret, Part II

Background and Themes, Part V

Background and Themes, Part VI

This final installment in Background and Themes covers the titles ascribed to Jesus in the Gospel of Mark

Chapter 1, part 1

In this study, Fr. Evan begins to cover the text of the Gospel of Mark starting with verse 1 of chapter 1.

Chapter 1, part II

Second lecture on the first chapter of the Gospel of Mark

Ch. 1, Part III

We continue to cover verses from the Gospel of Mark, chapter 1

Ch.1, Part IV

Part IV of the Gospel of Mark, chapter 1

Gospel of Mark, Ch.1, Part V

Healing in Capernaum and the Paschal Season

Ch.1, part VI

Review of themes and discussion of Mark 1.35-39

Ch. 1 and Ch. 2, part VII

Explanation of 1.40-45 and intro to chapter 2, explanation of 2.1-12

Ch. 2, Part VIII

A discussion of chapter 2 verses 13-17

part IX, 2.18-22

A discussion of Jesus confrontation with the Pharisees found in 2.18-22

part X, 2.23-3.6

Part XI, 3.7-16

Gospel of Mark, chapter 3.7-16, transition verses and the call of the Apostles.

Part XII, 3.17-30

Call of the Disciples and the passage entitled “A House Divided.”

Part XIII, 3.31-4.3

The family of Jesus Christ and introduction to Chapter 4

Ch. 4.4-12, Part XIV

The Sower, why parables

Ch. 4.13-25, Part XV

Explanation of chapter 4.13-25

4.26-32, Part XVI

4.33-34, Part XVII

Explanation of the Gospel of Mark, the value and meaning of parables

4.35-41, Part XVIII

A storm obeys Jesus

5.1-10, Part XIX

Introduction to the themes and outline of the fifth chapter. Beginning of an explanation of the healing of the Gadarene demoniac.

5.11-16, Part XX

2nd part of the explanation of the passage of the Gadarene demoniac

5.17-24, part XXI

End of the Gadarene Demoniac and the start of the healing of Jairus’ daughter

5.25-34

The healing of the woman with the flow of blood.

Gospel of Mark, 5.35-43, part XXIII

The raising of Jairus’ daugter from the dead

Intro Ch. 6, part XXIV

A discussion as we begin the Great Fast and an introductory notes to chapter 6 of the Gospel of Mark

6.1-6a, part XXV

Jesus’ rejection in His hometown.

6.6b-13 and 6.30-32, Part XXVI

The sending out of the 12 Apostles

6.14-29, part XXVII

Beheading of St. John

6.30-44, part XXVII

The Feeding of the 5000

6.45-52, part XXVIII

Part one of the description of Jesus walking on the water.

6.45-52, Part XXIX

Part II of the explanation of Jesus walking on water

6.45-52, Part XXX

Final thoughts on Jesus’ walking on the water.

6.53-7.13, Part XXXI

The end of the sixth chapter, Jesus heals in Genessaret, start of chapter 7 and introduction to chapter, Jesus contends with Pharisees and Scribes.

7.1-23, Part XXXII

Conclusion of confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees.

7.24-30, Part XXXIII

Part I, Healing of the Greek, Syro-Phoenicia’s daughter who is possessed.

7.24-30, Part XXXIV

Further discussion on the passage of the woman and her daughter’s healing.

7.24-30, Part XXXV

Part III of description of 7.24-30

7.24-30, Part XXXVI

Examination of praying on bended knees and at the feet of the Lord

7.24-30, PartXXXVII

Continued discussion of the healing of the demon possessed daughter. Exploration of the theme of feet in the Scriptures.

Part XXXVIII

End of Chapter 7, introduction to chapter 8, lecture on feeding of the 4000

Part XXXVIV, 8.10-26

Conclusion of the feeding of the 4000, Show us a sign, The Leaven of the Phrarisees and A Blind Man Healed.

XL, 8.26-30

Conclusion of blind man discussion, Confession of Peter

Class XLI (41), 8.31-38, Introduction Chapter 9

Jesus’ first prophecy of His passion, Introduction to Chapter 9 and opening remarks on the Feast of the Metamorphosis (Transfiguration)

XLII (42), Ch. 9, Transfiguration, part II

Part II of introductory remarks on the Transfiguration.

XLIII (43), 9.9-13

Conclusion of remarks on the Transfiguration, explanation of Elijah.

XLIV (44), 9.19-9.41

Faith and the 2nd prophecy of Christ’s passion.

XLV (45), 9.33-48

Disputes over who is greatest

part 45, 9.42-48

Part 46, 9.42-48, part II

Overcoming sin, part II

Part 47, 9.49-50, Overcoming sin part III

Last part of discussion on overcoming sin and sayings on salt.

Part 48, Intro to Ch. 10, 10.1-12

Intro to Ch. 10 and explanation of marriage 10.1-12

Part 49, 10.13-21

Children and the Rich Young Man

Part 50, 10.22-31

More teachings on riches and poverty

Part 51, 10.32-41

Jesus 3rd prophecy of His death and passion, Misunderstandings on leadership

Part 52, 10.42-45

Servant Leadership

Part 53, 10.46-52

Blind Bartimaeus

Part 54, Introduction to Chapter 11

Introduction to chapter 11, outline and themes related to the feast of Palm Sunday

Part 55, 11.1-11

Palm Sunday and the Triumphal entry into Jerusalem

Part 56, 11.12-14

Mar 24 2015 52 mins

The cursing of the fig tree

Part 57

May 05 2015 66 mins

A pilgrimage to Georgia and Armenia

Part 58, 11.15-19

May 13 2015 58 mins

The Cleansing of the Temple

Part 59, 11.20-21

May 19 2015 67 mins

The withering of the fig tree part II

Part 60, 11.22-26

Jun 03 2015 57 mins

On Faith, Prayer, and Forgiveness

Part 61, 11.22-26

Jun 17 2015 51 mins

Spiritual Disciplines, the Experience of Christ, the withering of the fig tree part II

Part 62, 11.22-26

Jun 30 2015 55 mins

Part 63, 11.27-33 and 12.1-12

Jul 15 2015 57 mins

End of chapter 11, 1st Controversy over authority, outline of chapter 12 and introduction to the parable of the Vineyard

Part 64, 12.1-12

Jul 22 2015 52 mins

Parable of the Vineyard

Part 65, 12.13-17

Aug 12 2015 59 mins

Who to pay taxes to, controversy

Part 66, 12.13-17

Aug 26 2015 48 mins

Controversy: who to pay taxes to?

Part 67, Mark, 12.18-27

Sep 09 2015 46 mins

Is the resurrection real and is it Biblical?

Part 68, 12.18-27

Sep 16 2015 56 mins

The Resurrection is it real and Biblical, part II

Part 69, 12.18-27

Sep 23 2015 67 mins

The Resurrection part III

Part 70, 12.18-27, part IV

Sep 29 2015 51 mins

The resurrection, part IV

Part 71, 12.18-27, part V

Oct 14 2015 60 mins

The resurrection, part V

Part 72, 12.18-27, Part VI

Oct 21 2015 49 mins

The Rescurrection part VI

Part 73, 12.18-27, part VII

Oct 28 2015 59 mins

The resurrection part VII

Part 74, 12.18-27, Resurrection, part IX

Nov 11 2015 55 mins

The ninth lecture on the resurrection

Part 75, 12.18-27, 12.28-34

Nov 18 2015 54 mins

Last reflection on the controversy of the resurrection, controversy of the greatest commandment

Part 76

Nov 24 2015 52 mins

A Reflection on Thanksgiving

Part 77, 12.35-44, 13.1-2

Dec 02 2015 52 mins

Part 78, 13.1-4

Dec 09 2015 47 mins

Part 79, 13.5-13

Dec 23 2015 55 mins

Christ 1st Discourse on the Apocalypse

Mark Part 80, 13.14-23

Jan 13 2016 45 mins

The 3rd discourse on the Apocalypse

Mark, Part 80, 13.23-14.1

Jan 20 2016 48 mins

Concluding Apocalyptic literature and introducing chapter 14

Mark, Part 81, 14.1

Jan 27 2016 52 mins

Prayer, inner directed prayer, suffering

Part 82, Gospel of Mark, Journey of Lent

Feb 17 2016 52 mins

Readings of Triodion and Great Lent

Part 83, Gospel of Mark, 14.1-2

Mar 02 2016 54 mins

Context and theme of ch. 14, suffering

Part 84, Gospel of Mark, 14.3-9

Mar 16 2016 61 mins

Anointing at Bethany

Part 85, Gospel of Mark, 14.10-11

Mar 23 2016 66 mins

Judas betrayal, how to read the scriptures

Part 86, Gospel of Mark, 14.10-11, part II

Mar 30 2016 66 mins

Judas’ betrayal, 5 steps to understanding scripture

Part 87, Gospel of Mark

Apr 06 2016 65 mins

In this Bible Study Bishop Athanasios of Kisumu and Western Kenya offers a reflection on mission work in Africa and Christian life as well as a question and answer period.

Part 88, Gospel of Mark, 14.12-16

Apr 13 2016 55 mins

Preparations for the Passover meal

Part 89, Gospel of Mark, 14.17-22

Apr 19 2016 57 mins

Part 90, Gospel of Mark, 14.22-25

May 11 2016 59 mins

The Eucharistic meal/Passover and the institution of the Eucharist

Part 91, Gospel of Mark, 14.22-25, Part II

May 18 2016 61 mins

The Eucharist, part II

Part 92, Gospel of Mark, 14.27-34

Jun 08 2016 51 mins

3 Prophecies, 1st part of Garden of Gethsemane

Part 93, Gospel of Mark, 14.35-42

Jun 22 2016 51 mins

Prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane

Part 94, Gospel of Mark, 14.43

Jun 29 2016 49 mins

The first trial of Christ

Part 95, Gospel of Mark, 14.44-65

Jul 13 2016 53 mins

1st Trial of Christ

Part 96, Gospel of Mark, 14.66-15.1

Jul 19 2016 44 mins

Peter’s cowardice and denial, intro to ch. 15

Part 97, Gospel of Mark, 15.1-7

Aug 17 2016 56 mins

Salvation, 2nd trial of Christ

Part 98, Gospel of Mark, 15.8-15

Aug 24 2016 54 mins

2nd Trial before Pilate

Part 99, Gospel of Mark, 15.16-32

Sep 01 2016 51 mins

Jesus Christ is crucified outside of the gates.

Part 100, Gospel of Mark, 15.16-32, part II

Sep 07 2016 59 mins

The Crucifixion of Christ

Part 101, Gospel of Mark, 15.33-41, part I

Sep 14 2016 57 mins

Part I, Jesus Dies

Part 102, The Gospel of Mark, 15.37-47

Sep 21 2016 62 mins

Jesus is buried, Jesus Dies

Part 103, The Gospel of Mark, 15.42-47

Oct 26 2016 59 mins

The Burial of Christ

Part 104, The Gospel of Mark, 16

Nov 16 2016 50 mins

Introductory remarks to chapter 16

Part 105, Gospel of Mark, 16.1-8

Dec 14 2016 62 mins

The shorter ending of Mark’s Gospel, the Resurrection and the Empty Tomb

Part 105, Gospel of Mark, 16.1-8, part II

Dec 21 2016 50 mins

Part 106, Gospel of Mark, 16.1-8, part III

Jan 04 2017 54 mins

Final lecture in the Gospel of Mark series

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