One of the important aspects of our Theology is the veneration of saints. The Catholic and Orthodox Churches both recognize this veneration as an important part of our faith. Saints have been honored since the early church. Special veneration was … Continue reading
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I would continue sharing thoughts of St. John Climacus’ fifth step on his Ladder of Divine Ascent: Repentance. He describes repentance as a critical awareness and a sure watch over oneself. He writes: We ought to be on our guard, … Continue reading
St Gregory Palamas, one of the truly outstanding Greek Fathers, teaches us that it was none other than Christ Himself that was revealed first and foremost in history precisely because it was He, and not the Father or the Holy … Continue reading
The next second in the Creed is devoted to the Holy Spirit. Again, the Nicene Creed of 325 was added to. The Creed of Nicea simply stated: And in the Holy Spirit. The Constantinopolitan Creed of 381 added the words … Continue reading
In today’s Gospel reading we hear the story about Christ’s expulsion of savage demons from two men. After some reflection, I believe this story highlights the compassion and confidence of Christ. He did not fear the savage demons even though … Continue reading
We truly owe to the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul the priceless treasure of the Christian faith. They passed on Christ’s teachings. They laid a firm foundation for the Church of Christ. Both Apostles are distinguished for their character, their … Continue reading
The CREED that we pray each and every Divine Liturgy is really the Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed which is really a modified version of the Nicene Creed of 325. The Council of Constantinople made a few additions to more clearly express our … Continue reading
What are your attitudes about religion? Is religion just a set of magical rituals that, if you keep repeating them without failure, will secure a place for you in heaven? Is religion just a set of dogmas and doctrines which … Continue reading
The first Stupid Way to think about God, according to these authors, is to think of Him as Cosmic Bellhop. The authors begin with this prayer: God, I’m checking in. Though just for a short stay. But while I’m here, … Continue reading
As I shared with my readers, The call to holiness is a call to make God’s Kingdom real right now. It means giving meaning to the words of John the Baptizer and Jesus when they said: Repent, for the Kingdom … Continue reading