The Resurrection of the Widow’s Son (7:11-17)


In the city of Nain, Jesus restores to life a young man who was being carried on a bier for burial. Jesus feels compassion for the young man’s widowed mother and urges her not to weep.
Why did Christ feel compassion for the widow? What are the similarities and differences between the instances where Elijah and Elisha raised the dead, and the instance where Christ did so? Why was Christ called a "great prophet" following this miracle? How does Ambrose of Milan interpret this episode?
The Gospel passage is interpreted by Father Markos Mangasaryan.
 

Abuse of Power at the Cost of Innocent Lives


There is a curious disproportion in the final commandments of the Decalogue: covetousness and murder are placed on the same level.
How can someone vested with power abuse their authority and become the cause of a tragedy for many innocent people? Who was David—from a humble shepherd to God’s chosen king—and how did his abuse of power turn into a widespread catastrophe? Bishop Ruben Zargaryan provides the interpretation.
 

The Centurion’s Faith (7:1-10)


In Capernaum, at the earnest request of a centurion, Jesus heals his servant. He performs the healing because He perceives the centurion’s powerful faith—a faith the likes of which He had not encountered even within Israel.
Who was this centurion? Who are those who consider themselves unworthy? In what way was the centurion’s faith unique? In what ways do we resemble the Jews? This Gospel passage is interpreted by Father Markos Mangasaryan.
 

Jesus in the Synagogue of Nazareth (4:14-30)


Verses 14–30 of the fourth chapter of the Gospel of Luke recount how Christ preaches in the synagogue of Nazareth—initially receiving acclaim from those present, only to be subsequently rejected by that same community and led away to be cast down from a precipice. What does it mean to live within a "jubilee year"—valuing the land as an inheritance bestowed by God—and why does Christ depart from us when we reject the truth that exposes our own shortcomings? This Gospel passage is interpreted by Father Markos Mangasaryan.

The infertility crisis


Is procreation the purpose of marriage, or is it a blessing of marriage? Infertility—or the inability to conceive—is one of the most painful crises in human life. What is the purpose of marriage, and what is procreation? Who was Hannah, what role did procreation play in the Old Testament, and how did Hannah seek to resolve her situation? Bishop Ruben Zargaryan offers an interpretation.

A tree is known by its fruit; the parable of the two houses (6:43-49)


Why does the Lord say that a good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and vice versa, and what is meant by the words about gathering figs from thorns and grapes from brambles?
What must be done to eliminate errors and sins, and what do a person's deeds—their fruits—reveal? Speech flows from the abundance of the heart; how, then, should we keep our hearts pure? Is the Christian exempt from trials, and how can we overcome them by building our lives upon a solid foundation? This Gospel passage is expounded by Father Markos Mangasaryan.

The Prophet's Escape


To what mission did God call the prophet Elijah, and what difficulties and trials did the prophet encounter? Do we not all find ourselves in that same state of mind today? Why did God send Elijah to the widow of Zarephath; what miracle did he witness, and what miracles did the prophet perform?
Where did Elijah flee when faced with a crisis? Where did Elijah sense God's presence, and how did he discern His will? Why did God call Elijah to a new mission?
Presented by Bishop Ruben Zargaryan.

Do Not Judge (6:37-42)


Why does Christ speak about not judging, not condemning, forgiving, and giving? What parable does He tell regarding the blind, the speck, and the log?
Does refraining from judgment and condemnation preclude speaking about sin or offering reproof? How should we act when we see sin in another person? What does it mean to forgive and to deal honestly in our dealings with others? Why do we face such calamities and hardships today?
When do our words become impactful and bring about real change in another person? Who has the right to lead, and what should a true teacher be like? This Gospel passage is expounded by Fr. Markos Mangasaryan.
 

Embracing the Mission, Overcoming the Crisis


When and how does Moses receive a sign from God, and why does he then begin to raise objections to the Lord? Where was God when an entire people was suffering in slavery, facing the prospect of death?
What is essential in the God-human relationship, and how does God relate to man? When does Moses finally undertake his mission?
The commentary is provided by Bishop Ruben Zargaryan.

Love for Enemies (6:27–36)


Why does Christ command us to love our enemies, do good to those who hate us, bless those who curse us, and pray for those who mistreat us?
What does it mean to "love one's enemy"? What did the Jews understand by the term "enemy"? What does God command in the Old Testament? To whom do these precepts primarily apply, and what is the essence of Christianity? Father Markos Mangasaryan expounds upon this Gospel passage.
 

Moses: An Identity Crisis


How do we perceive the identity crisis when analyzing the life and journey of Moses?
Under what historical circumstances was Moses born, and how did he come to be in the palace? What does Moses see outside the palace? A question arises for Moses: why does God tolerate all this? Bishop Ruben Zargaryan provides the commentary.
 

The Beatitudes according to Luke (6:17–26)


On a level place, Jesus began to speak to a group of disciples and the great multitude that had come from various places to listen and find healing. Jesus delivered the four Beatitudes and the four Woes to those gathered.
Why is it necessary to hear the word of God? Who are the poor, and to whom does the Kingdom of Heaven belong? Who is persecuted today, and who faces woe? Why is the true word of true prophets rejected, while the false word of false prophets is accepted? Father Markos Mangasaryan interprets this Gospel passage.