Greek Orthodox priest Father Maggos reacts to the popular Christian series THE CHOSEN, starring Jonathan Roumie as Jesus. This week, Father offers a thoughtful reaction and shares insights on Season 1, Episode 6, “Indescribable Compassion,” featuring the Healing of the Leper and the Healing of the Paralytic. Father examines how...
Welcome to another edition of Orthodox Virtual Sunday School! This week, Father Maggos explores the story of Jesus healing the ten lepers – what happens next is something we can all relate to! What does Jesus teach us about giving and receiving thanks? What happens if you don’t get acknowledged...
Greek Orthodox priest Father Maggos reacts to the popular Christian series THE CHOSEN, starring Jonathan Roumie as Jesus. This week, we take a look at the 5th episode of Season One, “The Wedding Gift” – featuring the Miraculous Wedding at Cana! Father examines how accurate the show is with Orthodox...
Merry Christmas! In our final Orthodox Virtual Sunday School of 2025, Father Maggos answers the question, “Why doesn’t everyone celebrate Christmas?” What? No presents? No Santa? How can that be? What if your friends do not believe in Jesus? Does the Orthodox Church teach us to tell them that they’re...
Merry Christmas! Greek Orthodox priest Father Maggos reacts to the pilot episode of the popular Christian television series, “The Chosen.” Entitled “The Shepherd: A Story of the First Christmas,” the episode explores the nativity of Jesus Christ through the eyes of a lowly shepherd. Father examines how accurate the show...
In today’s Orthodox Virtual Sunday School, Father Maggos explores whether (American) Thanksgiving is recognized as a Christian holiday by the Orthodox Church. We take a look at Thanksgiving’s history and traditions, plus the Church’s stance on having a large family feast during the Nativity Fast and prayer suggestions. Join us...
In today’s Orthodox Virtual Sunday School, Father Maggos answers the big question of the Fall season: can we, as Orthodox, celebrate Halloween? Are there alternatives available and if so, what is appropriate? How do we celebrate Halloween at Annunciation? Join us for Orthodox Virtual Sunday School, hosted by Father Maggos....
In this special episode, Orthodox Priest Father Maggos shares his initial reactions and key points regarding Season 5 of The Chosen, offering insights into Orthodox Christianity throughout his commentary. Hear Father Maggos’ perspective as he shares some of his thoughts on Season 5, Episodes 6 through 8: “Reunions,” “The Upper...
In this special episode, Orthodox Priest Father Maggos shares his initial reactions and key points regarding Season 5 of The Chosen, offering insights into Orthodox Christianity throughout his commentary. Hear Father Maggos’ perspective as he shares some of his thoughts on Season 5, Episodes 2 through 5: “House of Cards,”...
Father Maggos offers his thoughts on the tragic news of the murder of Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, while on stage at Utah Valley University. As Orthodox Christians, what should be our response to this kind of adversity and what is fueling this violent hatred? Join us for...