It should be noted that in the Eastern Church the icon of the Resurrection of Christ is called the Harrowing of Hades or the Descent into Hades. It depicts the impact of the Lord’s Resurrection, and not His coming out … Continue reading
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This Easter, for some reason, I have decided that I must begin sharing thoughts about REDEMPTION and SALVATION even though I have written two pages about the meaning of Holy Pascha. It is my current thought that I shall share … Continue reading
In order to truly enter into the joy of the great feast of Pascha, I believe that it is important to know something about this feast. In our Eastern Church the truly most appropriate name for this feast is Pascha. … Continue reading
A BIG THANK YOU … is truly extended to each and every person who took the time to remember me at PASCHA. Please know your thoughtfulness is appreciated and cherished. Thank you for making me a part of your life. … Continue reading
All are reminded again that from PASCHA until Pentecost our tradition is TO STAND IN PRAYER We even encouraged to stand in private prayer. Sitting is permitted when tired or elderly. It is not more pious to kneel! This tradition … Continue reading
As we celebrate the glorious feast of Pascha, it dawns on me that the Call to Holiness is a call to be an authentic Christian, that is a person who embraces the truths of our faith as a guide and … Continue reading
ВЕЛИКОДНЄ ПАСТИРСЬКЕ ПОСЛАННЯ УКРАЇНСЬКИХ КАТОЛИЦЬКИХ ЄРАРХІВ У США ДО СВЯЩЕНИКІВ, ЄРОМОНАХІВ ТА БРАТІВ, СЕСТЕР МОНАХИНЬ, СЕМІНАРИСТІВ ТА ДОРОГИХ ВІРНИХ Христос Воскрес! Воістину Воскрес! Mовить до неї Ісус: “Маріє!” А та обернулася та до нього по-єврейському: “Раввуні!” – що у перекладі … Continue reading
The readings appointed to be read this weekend come from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians and John’s Gospel. In Paul’s letter he exhorts us to “Rejoice in the Lord” and then exhorts his readers: “Present your needs to God in … Continue reading
The happenings of Great and Good Friday are proclaimed in our Church not only by word but also by dramatic action. It is one of the most beautiful services of our worship cycle. One of the prominent symbols of Good … Continue reading