Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Rochester Livestream Schedule for Dec. 4th – Dec. 10th 2023

In today’s instalment of our Orthodox Liturgical Vestments series, Father Maggos looks at the Orthodox Phelonion (or cape) which is the Eastern Orthodox version of the chasuble in the Western Rite. What is the purpose of this vestment and why are there different variations among Orthodoxy?

This week, we conclude the story of the Elijah with his spectacular departure as the “man who never died” and answer a long time debate – is John the Baptist the reincarnation of Elijah? (2 Kings)

In today’s look at Orthodox Liturgical Vestments, Father Maggos introduces one of the most unique items – the Epigonation. What exactly is that flat square that Orthodox priests wear?

In the second of our three-part series on the story of the Elijah, Father Maggos recounts Elijah’s epic challenge to the Priests of Baal and his return to Mount Sinai (where Moses received the Ten Commandments) to find God. (1 Kings)

We continue our exploration of Orthodox Liturgical Vestments with the Zone (belt) and the Epimanikia (cuffs). Father Maggos explains that there are much more to these items than simple accessories as they have both practical and symbolic purposes.

Father Maggos begins a three-part series on the epic story of the Elijah – one of the greatest prophets of the Old Testament. We begin with Elijah’s warnings and escape from King Ahab and Jezebel as he is rescued by ravens and the Widow of Zarephath. While with the Widow,...

Father Maggos visits the Eternal Flame Falls in Upstate New York and discusses the divine spark that is within us all. Join us on the road with the Tartan Priest! Father Maggos travels around the world sharing inspirational messages and unique locations!

Father Maggos tells the epic story of the mighty Samson, the strongest man in the world, from the Book of Judges. Does Samson’s story foreshadow the life of Jesus? Is he the Biblical version of Hercules (Heracles) from Greek mythology? Plus, an exploration of the folly of over-interpreting the Bible...