Fr. George returns to his series after a short break, connecting this Beatitude to St. Thomas Sunday. …

Fr. George discusses the Boston bombings in the context of this Beatitude. …

Fr. George continues his series "Blessed are the Meek." In this week's episode, he discusses St. Mary of Egypt and explains that, despite the depth of our spiritual illness, we have the potential to be healed through Christ. …

Fr. George continues his series on the third beatitude. …

Fr. George comments on St. Gregory's of Nyssa consideration of the bridegroom in the Old Testament book "The Song of Songs." …

Fr. George relates this beattitude to the Lenten journey. …

Fr. George connects the concept of healing to our Lenten preparation and then begins the next section of his series on applying Christ's Beatitudes. …

Fr. George discusses the penultimate example of true spiritual mourning, Christ's parable of the Prodigal Son. …

Fr. George encourages us to never grieve over anything transient and then relates this lesson to the story of the Publican and the Pharisee. …

Fr. George explains how to distinguish Godly things from earthly things so that we can have true spiritual morning and not just earthly grief. …

Fr. George connects Sunday's Gospel lesson of the Parable of the Talents to his theme of applying Christ's Beatitudes. He also examines "Blessed Are They Who Mourn" in light of Piaget's stages of cognitive development. …

Fr. George returns to his series on mourning as expressed in Christ's Beatitudes. …

Fr. George completes his special-edition discussion of the tragedy at Sandy Hook. In this final episode, he examines the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. …

Fr. George offers concrete behaviors to look for in children experiencing distress in reaction to emotional trauma. …

In addition to connecting this lesson to the recent Feast of Theophany, Fr. George provides invaluable advice for talking with children about the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. …

Fr. George reflects on the recent tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of the proper and correct understanding of mourning. …

Fr. George explains that the first step in spiritual mourning is knowing the good. …

Fr. George discusses both Hurricane Sandy and the unrest in the Middle East in light of this Beatitude. …

Fr. George explains the difference between worldly and godly mourning. …

Fr. George begins examining the psycho-spiritual lessons of the second Beatitude to our healing. …

Fr. George explains how Orthodox Christians should respond to modern Halloween. …

Fr. George examines some of the history behind Halloween, as well as the divine instruction regarding paganism. …

Fr. George concludes his series on eating disorders. …

Fr. George explains a behavioral treatment for eating disorders called "stimulus control." …

Fr. George examines the medical and psychological considerations in eating disorders. …

Fr. George addresses the evils of societally sanctioned gluttony and wastefulness. …

Fr. George asks, "What is our treasure—God or food?" …

Fr. George reminds us that whether heterosexual or homosexual in orientation, all are called to conform our sexuality to Christ's teachings. Furthermore, we should treat each other with compassion. …

Fr. George examines the moral courage of the CEO of Chick-fil-A. …

Fr. George explains why he thinks Jesus uses the phrase "poor in spirit" rather than the word "humility." …

Fr. George explains that one way to spiritually perceive and understand what it means to be "poor in spirit" is to meditate on our finitude as creatures versus the magnitude of the cosmos that God created. …

Fr. George reminds us that to be contrite of heart we need to be truly aware of our mistakes. …

Fr. George explains that to be poor in spirit is to realize that all we do has to be done from God's perspective. …

Fr. George continues his exploration of the relationship between Christ's Beatitudes and parenting, reminding us how important it is to run a Godly home. Fr. George explains that while he started this series as a podcast support, he now sees that the topic is applicable to all Orthodox Christians.The first step in becoming poor in spirit is understanding that everything that, "God sees the big picture, while we see the smaller one." …

Fr. George continues his exploration of the relationship between Christ's Beatitudes and parenting, reminding us how important it is to run a Godly home. This week, as we commemorate the physicians Cosmas and Damian, he encourages us to likewise emulate Christ and be a healing presence in our homes. …

Fr. George continues his exploration of the relationship between Christ's Beatitudes and parenting, reminding us how important it is to run a Godly home. In celebration of Father's Day, Fr. George uses this podcast to encourage fathers (and mothers, as parents are one flesh) to spiritually lead their children. …

Fr. George continues his exploration of the relationship between Christ's Beatitudes and parenting, reminding us how important it is to run a Godly home. In this podcast, he urges us to lay up treasures in heaven instead of here on earth. …

Fr. George applies the psycho-spiritual lessons of the first Beatitude to our healing. …

Fr. George begins a new series on applying Christ's Beatitudes to parenting. Click here to view the article mentioned in this episode. …

Fr. George concludes this series with a discussion of the beneficial effects of disclosure on physical health. …

Fr. George shares some of the benefits of disclosure …

Fr. George discusses some of the psychological and spiritual helps for disclosure demand and disclosure phobia. …

Fr. George discusses St. Thomas and St. George and then continues his series on disclosure demand and disclosure phobia. …

Fr. George tackles another common marital problem, using the non-confrontational manner of Jesus as a behavioral model. …

Fr. George shares some additional psycho-spiritual meditations in anticipation of the Feast of the Resurrection. …

Fr. George shares some psycho-spiritual meditations in anticipation of the Feast of the Resurrection. …

Fr. George explains how humility can counter a sense of entitlement when struggling with the ultimatum manipulation. …

Fr. George adds a psycho-spiritual caveat in terms of the ultimatum manipulation and then explains the consequences of making ultimatums. …

Fr. George begins this new series by looking at what causes ultimatums. …

Fr. George concludes his present series by discussing the "declaration of psychological independence." …

Fr. George discusses cognitive therapy as an adjunct to humility. …

Fr. George introduces us to what's called the "coercion perception" stumbling block. …

Fr. George comments on several current events, including the Superbowl, the Grammy Awards, and the death of Whitney Houston. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of bullying, this time focusing on perpetrator intervention. …

Fr. George discusses the biblical story of the Canaanite woman and then turns his attention to some other possible deterrents to bullying. …

Fr. George addresses some possible deterrents to bullying, beginning with assertiveness. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of bullying. …

Fr. George addresses the emerging problem of bullying in our society. …

Fr. George discusses the cognitive distortions that provoke the dysfunctional emotion of anger. …

Fr. George reflects on the birth of Christ as an introduction to his new series on rearing peaceful children. …

Fr. George offers some comments on Christmas and then concludes his series on "Overcoming Anxiety." …

Fr. George continues his discussion of the cognitive psychological components of dysfunctional anxiety. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of the spiritual aspects of overcoming anxiety. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George reflects on the closest our country comes to a national holy day. …

Fr. George continues with the behavioral aspects of overcoming anxiety, focusing this time on self-efficacy, and then moves on to the spiritual aspects. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George discusses exposure methods and systematic desensitization as behavioral therapeutic strategies. …

Fr. George discusses the clinical application of behavior therapy to anxiety disorders. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of the cognitive psychological components of dysfunctional anxiety. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Why doesn't Jesus heal all of us like he did the son of the widow of Nain? Fr. George explains that the answer to this question is the underlying aim of his podcast. …

Fr. George lists a few more cognitive distortions and then shares the three questions that are most likely to restructure these distortions. …

Fr. George continues his discussion of the cognitive psychological components of dysfunctional anxiety, this time focusing on the cognitive "modes." Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George discusses the cognitive psychological components of dysfunctional anxiety. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his new series, explaining that anxiety sometimes occurs without an identifiable stressor. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George begins this new series by explaining what we mean when we talk about "anxiety." Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this week focusing on the first chosen people and the lessons we can learn from them. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this week focusing on the Mystical Supper. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this time examining the New Covenant. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this time examining the chosen people and the assembly of God. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George shares highlights from the Antiochian Archdiocesan Convention and then continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this time examining the altar and other objects located behind the iconostasis. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the mind of the Orthodox Church. This week he discusses the iconostasis. …

Fr. George connects Orthodoxy with thoughts that came to him on Independence Day and then continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church. …

Fr. George continues his series on the mind of the Orthodox Church. This week he discusses a recent news story, New York's decision to accept same sex marriages, and explores the ramifications. …

Fr. George gives some advice to fathers and then continues his present series with a discussion of the Prothesis service. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this time explaining that everything in Orthodoxy is related, including tradition, sacred scripture, icons, and the temple. Click here to view the webpage that Fr. George mentions in his podcast. …

Fr. George continues his series on the "mind" of the Orthodox Church, this week exploring the connections between healing and Pentecost. …

Fr. George continues his series exploring the "mind" of the Orthodox Church with a discussion of Ascension and by explaining the importance of "connections" to catechesis. …

Fr. George continues his series exploring the "mind" of the Orthodox Church by emphasizing the importance of the Orthodox Christian home. …

Fr. George continues his series exploring the "mind" of the Orthodox Church by assessing the secularist threat that is plaguing the modern world. (Please note that the wrong episode of Healing was posted last week (it has since been removed). Our apologies for any inconveniences this error may have caused.) …

Fr. George delves deeper into his exploration of Orthodox catechesis. …

Fr. George begins a new series exploring the "mind" of the Orthodox Church. …

Fr. George explains in more depth how forgiveness is essential to our salvation. …

Fr. George wishes us all a meaningful Holy Week and a joyous Pascha. He urges us to emulate Christ as we aspire to forgive as He did. …

Fr. George reminds us that forgiveness, the gateway to Great Lent, is essential and possible through Christ. He continues to explain how we can hate the sin, but love the sinner. …

Fr. George offers an overview of the passions which are the barriers to God's will for our lives. …

Fr. George shows how Christ is the model of our conforming our will to the Divine Will. …

Fr. George explains the cocept of contingent eternity-- coming from the free act of divine grace. …

Father George begins his Lenten series with an examination of the theology of the Holy Trinity. …

Fr. George looks at the final cluster in the steps of the Ladder of Divine Ascent-- Hospitality. …

This week, Fr. Morelli organizes the Ladder of Divine Ascent into five clusters. …

Fr. George examines marriage and the domestic church from the point of view of The Ladder of Divine Ascent (note: the editions of St. John's spiritual classic mentioned by Fr. George can be found here and here). …

Fr. George helps us to understand what St. Paul means in describing monastic life. …

Fr. George uses scriptural evidence to show why we should reject demands for human justice. …

This week, Fr. George examines two irrational cognitions regarding the demand for human justice. …

Fr. George concludes his discussion of mindless helping and delves into the human justice pitfall. …

Fr. George concludes his discussion on mindless helping by using Jesus and St. Paul as our models. …

Fr. Morelli continues, giving criteria for judging whether helping is mindless or mindful. …

Fr. George continues his series, focusing on enhancing peaceful negotiation and overcoming mindless helping. …

Fr. George takes a break from his ongoing series to examine the Nativity of Christ, especially in light of Joseph and how he and Mary are an example for the domestic church in the home. …

Fr. George continues his discussion by noting the psychological effects of anti-negotiation. …

Fr. Morelli looks at overcoming anti-negotiation and the abstraction trap. …

Fr. George goes on to discuss the need for plain and open communication in a marriage. …

Fr. George first offers some thoughts on Thanksgiving, then discusses the spiritual consequences of overdependency. …

Fr. George shows how to combat overdependency with assertiveness training. …

Fr. George looks at cognitive distortions involved in overdependency. …

Fr. George contrasts the need for combatting narcissism with the narcissistic festival of Halloween, then discusses the barrier of overdependency. …

Fr. George discusses the characteristics of narcissism-- evaluation sensitivity and an exagerated need for approval. …

Fr. George outlines the dangers of "bad" self-esteem. …

In this week's edition, Fr. George looks at the tragedy that is contemporary "musical marriage." …

This week, Father Morelli offers techniques to develop "imperfection tolerance." …

Fr. George continues his examination of the barrier of Perfectionism and offers tools to overcome it. …

Fr. George discusses the barriers of Demanding Love and Perfectionism. …

Father George discusses the communication skills necessary to overcome barriers. …

Fr. George examines the barriers of Desperate Togetherness and the Fear of Being Alone. …

Fr. George shows that the sensual aspects of human love are the starting point and foundation for the fullness of love yet to be achieved. …

Fr. George suggests cognitive guidelines to improve marital communication. …

F. George offers tools to married couples that can be used in place of nagging. …

Fr. George begins a discussion on the third major dysfunctional marital factor (along with Entitlement and Reciprocity)- Nagging. …

Fr. George examines the idea of reciprocity, a dysfuctional notion of entitlement based on human, not spiritual, justice. …

Fr. Morelli concludes his series by applying the lessons learned during it. …

Fr. George examines personality variables that enhance discernment. …

This week, Fr. George examines psychological personality insights that can aid in healing. …

Fr. George explains the need for discernment in combatting secularism. …

Fr. George examines the psychological factors that propel us to treasure what is not Christ-like, then outlines critical ways to enliven us spiritually. …

Fr. George begins this new series by calling for discernment and shows how modeling affects our decisions and actions. …

Fr. George concludes his series with a call for spiritual combat. …

Fr. George gives a practical way all Apostolic Christians can work towards the unity of the Churches. …

Fr. George takes note of the dissension within our own Orthodox Church today, then speaks again of Roman Catholic/Orthodox dialogue. …

Fr. George outlines attempts at unity between East and West over the years and sadly reports some recent events that reinforce disunity. …

Fr. George examines Church history, outlining the divisive issues that lead to the sin of disunity. …

Fr. George begins his series by painting a picture of how the Descent of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost brought unity to the one Church. …

Fr. George concludes his series by examining the healing Church more closely. …

In this edition, Fr. Morelli sets about integrating psychological interventions with our spiritual lives. …

Fr. George continues examining specific ways-- both spiritual and psychological-- to deal with burnout. …

Fr. George presents us-- clergy and laity alike-- with aids to prevent and correct compassion fatigue. …

Fr. George concludes his discussion by looking at the specific rungs on St. John's ladder (Click here to purchase a copy of "The Ladder of Divine Ascent" as recommended by Fr. Morelli). …

Fr. George begins his series by contrasting monasticism with marriage. …

If forgiveness is missing,says Fr. George in the conclusion of his series, then all we do is meaningless before God. …

Fr. George continues his series by discussing the spiritual disease of pride. …

Fr. George uses the healing Christ as our model for forgiveness. …

Fr. George concludes his series by noting the distinction between pictures and true icons. (To follow along with his examples, click here) …

Fr. George begins his new series designed to cultivate our spritual perceptions. …

Fr. George concludes his series by recalling Christ's admonition to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. …

Fr. George continues his series with a look at cognitive distortions that lead to anger. …

With Forgiveness Sunday approaching, Fr. George shows how we can make ourselves less angry and grow in love for God and our neighbors. …

Fr. George concludes his discussion by showing how to use humility globally. (Click here to view the video with Wafa Sultan mentioned in the podcast.) …

Fr. Morelli begins this series by urging us to be true followers of Christ, not pharisees - to be in the world but not of the world. …

Fr. George shows how feelings of anger result from the expectation that one "deserves" love from their spouse and/or children and therefore demand it. …

Fr. George concludes his series by exploring the old and new laws and shows how Christ is the apex of all. …

Fr. Morelli continues his look at Christ's roots and how cognitive distortions can taint this view. …

Fr. George uses a recent incident in the news to show the healing necessary for all, including society, when one does evil. …

In these days before Christ's Nativity, Fr. George examines more closely the meaning of Jesus' parable of the king's great feast. …

Fr. Morelli concludes his series by looking at Scripture and corporal punishment. …

Fr. George illustrates how to apply punishment. …

Before beginning his latest series for parents, Father George decries "Godless Thanksgiving." …

Fr. George concludes his series with more specific examples and a look at what the Church teaches us about this subject. …

Fr. George provides specific examples of how parents can shape their children's behavior and shows how important it is that it be done in a consistent manner. …

Father George outlines the use of positive reinforcement with children for good behavior, especially shaping that behavior through rewards. …

As a follow-up to his series on depression, Fr. George examines suicide, beginning with a sad set of statistics.…

Fr. George concludes his series before he takes a well-deserved week off. In this last part, he examines thoughts of suicide and spiritual intervention. [Click here to order the Philokalia, as recommended by Fr. George in this podcast.]…

As Fr. Morelli continues his discussion, he looks at catastrophe management and emotional reasoning.…

Fr. George continues his review of the cognitive distortions involved in depression.…

Fr. George continues his series by looking at cognitive distortions involved with depression.…

Fr. George begins his series by looking at the symptoms of depression and its physiological distinctions.…

Fr, George examines marriage and sexuality in light of Pentecost and the descent of the Holy Spirit.…

Fr. George explains how parents provide "education in faith and fear" (from the marriage prayer).…

Fr. George looks at four factors that undermine a marital relationship.…

Fr. Morelli begins a series on marriage, showing how the Church is a hospital for the healing of broken ones and the strengthening of good ones.…

Fr. Morelli shows us a recent example of peer modelling that is Christ-centered.…

Fr. George examines a study on the effects on children of a model displaying agressive behavior.…

Holy Week is a perfect time for parents to set in motion positive observational learning by their children.…

Fr. George exhorts us to forgive others, so that our gift can be united to the Cross of Christ.…

Fr. George explains that it is the sicknesses and infirmities of the soul and spirit that are most damaging to us.…

Fr. George extends the notion of forgiving to social, ethnic, national and political groups.…

Fr. George continues his series, this time examining cognitive distortions that lead to anger.…

Fr. George continues his series, this time looking at the barriers to forgiveness.…

Fr. Morelli looks at forgiveness and even offers us an examination we can take to measure our willingness to forgive.…

As this classic series concludes, Fr. George provides alternatives for using vulgar and blasphemous language.…

Cussing and foul language both create and reveal problems. In this repeat broadcast, Fr. Morelli discusses this epidemic, particularly in relation to our children.…

In this encore presentation, Fr. George discuss the techniques of the "mental ruler", which quickly assesses a child's behavior so a parent can respond appropriately.…

Fr. George concludes his series by showing how to acquire a Godly world view.…

In this segment, Fr. George gives us examples of how to re-inforce proper behavior.…

In this segment, Fr. George talks about psychological factors of indifference and what we are modelling to our children.…

Fr. George explains how the cacophony bombarding our senses leads to the forgetfulness of God, causing us to commit a multitude of sins.…

Fr. George concludes his examination of how Jesus and his earthly parents are models for our own families.…

Fr. George gives us Joseph, Mary and Jesus as the model for the church in the home.…

Fr. George explains the real meaning of the Nativity for us.…

The promise of the Old Covenant was understood only vaguely. But with the coming of the Lord, God's purpose was made clear. Therefore, joyously proclaim His birth.…

Fr. George concludes his series on aiding those transitioning to eternal life.…

Fr. George continues his examination of God's Mercy and looks at psycho-spiritual assessments of those approaching eternal life.…

Fr. George tells of the sorrow-- and joy-- that exhibit themselves as one approaches eternal life with Christ Jesus.…

What is the Mercy of God and how can we carry it out in our own lives?…

Fr. George continues his discussion from last August. Today, he reminds us that God sees the big picture, while we see things dimly.…

Fr. Morelli applies the parable of Lazarus and the rich man to the society in which we live.…

This week, Fr. George discusses same sex marriage from the point of view of adults.…

What is the proper Christ-like response to homosexuals? Kindness, non-judgmental humility and an affirmation of the truth.…

Fr. George looks at the practical questions asked by children on this subject.…

In part two of this series, Fr. George notes the theological foundation parents must understand before discussing this subject with their children.…

In the first of three parts, Fr. George concentrates on the responsibility of parents towards their children.…

Fr. George discusses managing the distortions we use as barriers to taking up our crosses.…

How are we to follow Christ, as we are instructed to do?…

Through her trust and obedience, Mary-- the new Eve-- brings the healing Christ into the world.…

Fr. George shows us the barriers to our ability to forgive and how we can overcome them.…

Fr. George outlines how healing comes about through our faith and God's compassion.…

Fr. George continues his examination of the use of the Eucharist for healing, concentrating on the need for preparation and repentance.…

Fr. George discusses the divine healing effects of the Holy Eucharist.…

Fr. George reflects on the Holy Mysteries of Unction, Confession and the Holy Eucharist and their use in healing, then illustrates for us the healers of the Church, such as St. Panteleimon.…

Fr. Morelli looks at healing in general and gives a fascinating glimpse at the very real practice of exorcism.…

Fr. George shows how we can learn from the great Prophet in terms of healing ourselves.…

Fr. George uses spiritual aids to help our endurance and to attain eternal glory.…

Fr. George examines how the righteous endure tribulations with patience, running the good race and obtaining the crown, in the words of St. Paul…

Frank talk from Fr. Morelli on the origins of the festival and how it can be "healed." …

Fr. George concludes his series, examining how trust in God's protection and guidance leads to hope which combats suicidal inclinations. (Click here to purchase the biography of Fr. Arseny that Fr. George recommends.) …

Fr. George explores "nepsis": vigilance and watchfulness of the mind and heart as a way of overcoming the hopelessness that leads to suicide. …

This week, Fr. George discusses dialectical behavior therapy. …

Fr. Morelli explores the three phases of cognitive therapy. …

Fr. George continues his series, this week looking at therapies for suicide itself. …

Fr. George continues his series, examining cognitive distortions. …

Fr. Morelli outlines the signs and symptoms of suicide risk as well as psychological intervention models. …

Fr. George continues his examination of God's Mercy by listening to the words of the Holy Fathers. …

Fr. Morelli cites the joy-within-pain experienced by those mourning the death of a Christian and contrasts that with modern secularism. …

Fr. Morelli first gives us his report from the Department of Chaplain And Pastoral Counseling given at the assembly of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of America, then continues his series, focusing on the co-related factors of suicide. …