I believe that one of the statements in the last installment of this article bears repeating: Christianity was meant by Jesus to be a living experience of abiding in and loved infinitely by our Triune God Who is a community … Continue reading
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Our Church, as all Churches that use and follow the rituals of the Byzantine Church of Constantinople, approaches the period of preparation for Easter in a very intense manner. It is probably the most liturgically developed part of the Church … Continue reading
A fourth help in the process of finding the right path that leads to holiness, is the community of disciples. We can get feedback from the people on the journey with us, especially from a spiritual guide or friend. If … Continue reading
This ongoing article has been presenting ideas during the past several weeks, about the Letter of Paul to the Hebrews. With this installment I will conclude the consideration of this Letter. The ending chapters (12-13) of the Letter contain practical … Continue reading
In this article I have been sharing ideas about Jesus Christ that have been derived from such Eastern Fathers of the Church as John of Damascus. I would continue sharing these ideas. The three days when Christ’s humanity suffered the … Continue reading
During this week, attempt to find some way to help those who are homeless or poor. It might mean making a small donation to some organization that helps the poor. There are several big parishes that have outreach programs. Part … Continue reading
O Christ our God, in the beginning of this holy fast, grant me the tears of regret to wash away the stain of my passions, so that I may come to truly see your love for me. Help me to … Continue reading
O Gracious God, help me, while fasting bodily, to also fast in spirit. Help me to see where I need to make Your love and kindness present in my world. Drive out from my heart all self-centeredness and help me … Continue reading
O Merciful God, I truly believe that You have called me to be a living icon of Your presence in the world. I know that I have frequently failed to represent you to my world. I ask You to help … Continue reading
O Good One, I bow in worship before Your most pure image, truly begging forgiveness for my stumblings. I truly believe that You chose of Your own free will to ascend upon the cross in the flesh in order to … Continue reading