If you are thinking about the Orthodox priesthood, it is useful to attend to these instructions. The Typikon is something which guides liturgical life, and it is necessary to know the expectations of the Church in this matter, so you can fulfill those expectations. The Question of Uniformity in the … [Read more...]
The (Challenge of) the Care of Bivocational Ministers
There is a great deal of practical and pastoral wisdom in this article. Let us attend. by Fr. Ernesto Obregon Bivocational ministry is on the increase. There are many people who see this as a positive thing. And, many of those people are not pastors. Bivocational ministry raises many … [Read more...]
So what is it exactly that a priest does?
Fr. Gabriel Rochelle St. Anthony of the Desert Mission (Blog), 26 June 2017 (reposted at Pravmir.com 20 July 2017) Priests are not psychologists. Since the beginning of the 20th century people have been trying to turn us into psychologists. Even the seminaries have danced to the tune by … [Read more...]
Episode 30: Reclaiming Manliness in the Church
"Reclaiming Manliness in the Church" by Fr. Anthony Perkins Good Guys Wear Black (AFR Podcast) June 26, 2017 In this episode, Fr. Anthony and Fr. Hans Jacobse (American Orthodox Institute) lament a culture that denigrates manliness and talk about how priests (and other manly men) can help … [Read more...]
Your Lack of Work Ethic
Admittedly, this is a provocative title, but it is intended to be. The priest must not be outdone by the layman in persistence - in work, in prayer, in effort, in sacrifice. Persistence, passion, patience, and a solid work ethic. Got one? Unless you do, you'll never experience the glory of … [Read more...]
Episode 29: Tenth Anniversary Remembrances – Things That Helped Me
"Tenth Anniversary Remembrances - Things That Helped Me" by Fr. Anthony Perkins Good Guys Wear Black (AFR Podcast) June 12, 2017 In this episode, Fr. Anthony thinks back over the his first ten years as a priest, focusing on the roles perseverance, good role models/mentors, and a healthy … [Read more...]
The Swag Seminary
Look out comtemporvant church videos, Swag Seminary is on your tail! Ever wonder? Just look up James 4:4, and thank God that this is a parody... so far. And no, Orthodox seminary is not like this. … [Read more...]
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