St Panteleimon was born in Izmit, Turkey. Originally known as Pantoleon, the date of his birth is unknown. He became a physician and then a Christian. He became well known for not taking money from his patients. Gradually this generous … Continue reading
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O Prophet, who foresaw the mighty deeds of our God, O Great Elijah, who through your prayers stopped rain, intercede for us with the only One Who loves mankind Elijah is probably the most famous of all God’s prophets to … Continue reading
Under Justinian a policy designed to reconcile the monophysites (those who believed Christ had only one nature) to Chalcedonian orthodoxy was pursued – the Council of Chalcedon definitely defined that Christ has two natures – He is God and Man, … Continue reading
For such a long time I thought that Christianity only came to the area of Rus, present day Ukraine, in 988 when Prince Volodymyr was baptized and forced all citizens to be baptized. As I have come to know and … Continue reading
As I hinted in the last issue of this article, being called to holiness also means being called to a life of prayer. I also suggested that I subscribe to this particular definition of prayer: Prayer is the lifting of … Continue reading
The true Christian life is directed toward God and a life which is modeled on the life of Jesus Christ. When a person gives him/herself to using Jesus as a model for his/her life, there is a real awakening to … Continue reading
As I indicated in the last issue of this article on the New Testament, it is from the Letter to the Romans that Protestantism, in the person of Martin Luther, finds the basis for its understanding of the faith. Three … Continue reading
Maximus views the mysteries of the Eucharist and Baptism as divinizing media which impart divine grace to those who are immersed in the life of the Church. Maximus identifies the Eucharist as Holy Communion of the spotless and life-giving mysteries, … Continue reading
Dear Readers As I pound away again this week on another issue of my Bulletin, it occurred to me that I haven’t asked for your feedback in a long time. I’ve gotten so involved in putting these articles together that … Continue reading
O Christ our God, You are above all praise, for You established our Fathers as lights to all the earth. You led us to the true faith through them. O Most Bountiful Lord, Glory be to You. … Continue reading