The Eucharist
We call this food Eucharist; and no one else is permitted to partake of it, except one who believes our teaching to be true and who has been washed in the washing which is for the remission of sins and [...]
A Comment on Racism from Nearly 150 Years Ago
"We renounce, censure and condemn racism, that is racial discrimination, ethnic feuds, hatreds and dissensions within the Church of Christ, as contrary to the teaching of the Gospel and the holy canons of our blessed fathers which 'support the holy [...]
Traditions Boundaries
"We do not change the boundaries marked out by our Fathers. We keep the Tradition we have received. If we begin to lay down the Law of the Church even in the smallest things, the whole edifice will fall to [...]
The Violent Take It By Force
Do not be careless. Pray as much as you can – more frequently and more fervently. Prod yourself – force yourself to do so, for the Kingdom of God is taken by force. You will never attain it without forcing [...]
2017 Summer Retreat
Instead of our traditional annual VBS we will be having a family retreat. Friday June 16, 5:00 - 9:00pm (dinner provided) and Saturday June 17, beginning with 9:30am Vespers (snacks & lunch provided). The focus is to strengthen faith practices [...]
Fasting
Fasting is wonderful because it tramples our sins like a dirty weed, while it cultivates and raises truth like a flower.” ~ St. John Chrysostom
Peaceful Spirit
"Acquire a peaceful spirit and thousands around you shall be saved." ~St Seraphim of Sarov
The Mystery of the Trinity – Limitations of Language
You may want to read this post on the Mystery of the Trinity first. Mystery is important when we consider the Holy Trinity, but it's a "certain" kind of mystery that we use when we refer to the Holy Trinity. [...]
Greed into Gratitude
Happiness can only be achieved by looking inward and learning to enjoy whatever life has, and this requires transforming greed into gratitude. ~ Saint John Chrysostom
Prayer is A Refuge…
Prayer is a refuge for those who are shaken, an anchor for those tossed by waves, a walking stick for the infirm, a treasure house for the poor, a stronghold for the rich, a destroyer of sicknesses, a preserver of [...]