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On the Mystery of Ordination

May 31, 2023 Filed under: Leave a Comment

A homily by St. Nicolai Velimirovich “And when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them" (Acts 6:6). By laying their hands on the chosen faithful, the Apostles consecrated Bishops, Priests and Deacons. It is apparent from this that the Christian Faith is not only a teaching but also a power. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bishop, Deacon, Priest, Vocation

Conservative Clergy vs Liberal Clergy?

November 16, 2022 Filed under: Leave a Comment

by Fr. Josiah Trenham Putting this division and categorization to rest, Fr. Josiah clearly states the truth, and gives instruction about what to do about it. Enjoy.  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bishop, Deacon, Leadership, Priest

On the Meaning and Power of a Priest’s Blessing

October 27, 2022 Filed under: Leave a Comment

by St. Makary (Nevsky), Metropolitan of Moscow and Kolomna In sending His Disciples and Apostles to preach the Gospel, our Lord Jesus Christ gave them this command: “When you enter into some house or city, then say: ‘Peace to this house,’ or: ‘Peace to this city!’ If there is a man of peace … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General, Priest

July 10-13, 2022 – Liturgical Practicum

May 26, 2022 Filed under: Leave a Comment

The Orthodox Pastoral School, under the auspices of the Diocese of Chicago and the Midwest are offering a Liturgical Practicum July 10-13, 2022. Taking place in Chicago, this practicum will cover: How to Serve According to the Traditional Practices of ROCOR (Everything every Deacon and Priest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Deacon, General, Preparation, Priest

History, Symbolism and Modern Use of Orarion

December 1, 2021 Filed under: Leave a Comment

by Reader John Malov   Origin Jesus Christ, girding Himself with a towel, washed the feet of his disciples (John 13: 4-5) and commanded them to do the same (13: 14-15). This was likely the genesis of the Orarion, a distinctive part of diaconal liturgical vestments. A deacon (διάκονος, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Deacon, Featured, General

Priestly Priorities

November 24, 2021 Filed under: Leave a Comment

Christian, Husband, Father, Priest In this video, produced by Orthodox Inter Seminary Movement, Father Josiah discusses the priorities he has learned and maintained since he was first ordained. In particular, Father Josiah emphasizes how important it is for a priest to remember his identity of a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, Priest

The Biggest Challenge For Pastors Of Healthy Churches Right Now

July 1, 2021 Filed under: Leave a Comment

By Karl Vaters  During this challenging season of pandemic and lockdowns I’ve had conversations with hundreds of pastors. Some of them are trying to keep churches afloat that were already in trouble before the pandemic hit. Others are seeing their congregation respond well during this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General

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  • On the Meaning and Power of a Priest’s Blessing
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