by Thom Rainer This excellent article reminds us of the unreasonable expectations most people have of their clergy. Yes, it is universal, so don't be put off by the protestant setting. If you pursue the priesthood, you'll be in a parish most likely, and you will be dealing with these kind of … [Read more...]
Eleven Things You Might Not Understand About Your Minister
by Mark Love I saw this on a woodworker's blog, of all things, and thought is was worthy of review. As you will read, he is a former pastor who left ministry behind, so his insights are worth noting. It is protestant in origin (minister, rather than priest gives it away). Do I agree with … [Read more...]
Advice To Potential Monastics
An interview with Archbishop Mark (Arndt) Why do people now go to monasteries not from an impoverished life but from a life of comfort, how to find the right monastery, which of the holy fathers should be read, what is the proper relationship of a monastic to parents, should the internet be used, … [Read more...]
Jesus, Jail and Jury Duty
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon I have never served on a jury. Nor, if I trust memory, have I ever published very widely the reasons for this. The immediate reason is that I have invariably found some way to be excused from that duty without making a big deal of it. When, for instance, I … [Read more...]
On The Sacred Priesthood
by St. Symeon the New Theologian The Priesthood is a dignity formidable even to angels, since one must touch the inaccessible God: “There, indeed, where the bread is placed and wine is poured in the name of Thy Body and of Thy Blood, O Word, Thou art there Thyself, O Word, my God, and they truly … [Read more...]
On The Duties Of Clergy: Guarding Against Evil Speech
By St. Ambrose of Milan Chapter 4 The same care must be taken that our speech proceed not from evil passions, but from good motives; for here it is that the devil is especially on the watch to catch us. 14. If any one takes heed to this, he will be mild, gentle, modest. For in guarding his mouth, … [Read more...]
Seven Things Pastors Would Like Church Members to Know about Their Children
I love my sons who are now all adults, and in at least one parish I paid a price for putting them first. That being said, I never missed a single meeting for Church business. Remember, sometimes everything isn't enough for some people. As an Orthodox priest, you will have to be there for your own … [Read more...]
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