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  1. The faith and lack of faith of leaders and people | Metropolitan Neophytos

    FEB 2

    The faith and lack of faith of leaders and people | Metropolitan Neophytos

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou teaches that instead of being afraid of physical dangers, believers should strengthen their trust in God and the saints, because true safety comes from faith and participating in the Church.This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios. The sermon was delivered on 26 October 2020 at the Divine Liturgy on the feast of Saint Demetrios the Myrrh-Streamer, held at the patronal church dedicated to the saint in the community of Saint Dimitrios in Marathasa under the Metropolis of Morphou, Cyprus.

    17 min
  2. The Patience of the Saints

    JAN 2

    The Patience of the Saints

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou talks about the suffering and patience of the saints like Iakovos, Porphyrios, and Paisios.This is the English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou during the Divine Liturgy of Saint Panteleimon the Great Martyr and Healer, held at the celebrant church of Saint Panteleimon in the community of Kakopetria under the Metropolis of Morphou, Cyprus, given on July 20 , 2020. It was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios. Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    20 min
  3. The Purpose of God-given Prophecy

    11/14/2025

    The Purpose of God-given Prophecy

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou talks about Holy Fire and Holy Light. This English translation of the interview of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios. The interview took place on the 10th and 11th of July 2020, it was filmed by the YouTube channel, “Gus Tsin” which is the official YouTube channel of the Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of Christ which was founded by Saint Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia in Milesi, Attica. Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    16 min
  4. Orthodox Christian: Holy Fire and Holy Light

    09/19/2025

    Orthodox Christian: Holy Fire and Holy Light

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou talks about Holy Fire and Holy Light. This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou during the 2nd “Lighting the lighter of the saints” Spiritual Dialogue Meeting with His Eminence, 14 April 2019, was provided by the ‘Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou Homilies’ YouTube channel and was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios from the ‘Orthodox Treasures YouTube Channel.’ The meeting was hosted by the Renewal Committee of the Church of Panagia Kataphygiotissa in Platanistasa and took place at the event hall of the Holy Church of God's Wisdom (Agia Sophia) in Strovolos, Cyprus.Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    11 min
  5. If you die before you die... | Met. Neophytos | Orthodox Christian

    09/05/2025

    If you die before you die... | Met. Neophytos | Orthodox Christian

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou comments on the famous quote: "If you die before you die, when you die, you won't die".This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou during the 2nd “Lighting the lighter of the saints” Spiritual Dialogue Meeting with His Eminence, 14 April 2019, was provided by the ‘Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou Homilies’ YouTube channel and was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios from the ‘Orthodox Treasures YouTube Channel.’ The meeting was hosted by the Renewal Committee of the Church of Panagia Kataphygiotissa in Platanistasa and took place at the event hall of the Holy Church of God's Wisdom (Agia Sophia) in Strovolos, Cyprus.Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    13 min
  6. Can the living help the dead? | Met. Neophytos | Orthodox Christian

    08/10/2025

    Can the living help the dead? | Met. Neophytos | Orthodox Christian

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou answers the question: "Can the living help the dead?" This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou during the 2nd “Lighting the lighter of the saints” Spiritual Dialogue Meeting with His Eminence, 14 April 2019, was provided by the ‘Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou Homilies’ YouTube channel and was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios from the ‘Orthodox Treasures YouTube Channel.’ The meeting was hosted by the Renewal Committee of the Church of Panagia Kataphygiotissa in Platanistasa and took place at the event hall of the Holy Church of God's Wisdom (Agia Sophia) in Strovolos, Cyprus.Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    12 min
  7. How do we acquire and keep humility | Met. Neophytos of Morphou

    07/03/2025

    How do we acquire and keep humility | Met. Neophytos of Morphou

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou speaks on how we can acquire and keep humility. Through real stories of saints and practical steps, he explains why humility is the “garment of divinity” and how silence, heartfelt prayer, and letting go of self-righteousness help transform the soul. This English translation of the sermon of His Eminence Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou during the 2nd “Lighting the lighter of the saints” Spiritual Dialogue Meeting with His Eminence, 14 April 2019, was provided by the ‘Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou Homilies’ YouTube channel and was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios from the ‘Orthodox Treasures YouTube Channel.’ The meeting was hosted by the Renewal Committee of the Church of Panagia Kataphygiotissa in Platanistasa and took place at the event hall of the Holy Church of God's Wisdom (Agia Sophia) in Strovolos, Cyprus.Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    19 min
  8. “Now is the judgement of the world,” our world... Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou

    06/06/2025

    “Now is the judgement of the world,” our world... Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou

    In this episode, Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou recounts the trials of Saint Polycarp and Saint Ignatius, creating parallels to today’s world of pandemics, migration, and moral confusion. Through storytelling, he urges the faithful to reclaim authentic Christian compassion and duty—reminding both Cyprus and the world that the judgment of our era is already unfolding.This English translation of the sermon of Metropolitan of Morphou Neophytos during the Archieratic Divine Liturgy on the Sunday of Meatfare (23 February 2020) that took place in the Holy Church of Apostle Andrew in the Nikitario municipality under the Metropolis of Morphou was provided by the ‘Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou Homilies’ YouTube channel and was presented for otelders.org by Porphyrios from the ‘Orthodox Treasures YouTube Channel.’Read the full English transcript on our website otelders.org, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/otelders and subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/otelders

    29 min
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