by Fr. Gregory Jensen Frequently I talk to men who envy me for being an Orthodox priest ). While many of those I speak with are Christian of one sort or another, it isn’t uncommon for me to have the same type of conversation with those who aren’t religious believers. In part I think the conv … [Read more...]
The Trustworthiness Of Beards
By Tom Bartlett The way you gain people's trust is to earn it over time by repeatedly proving that you deserve it. That, or grow a beard. A recent study in the Journal of Marketing Communications found that men with beards were deemed more credible than those who were clean-shaven. The study … [Read more...]
When A Marriage Has Died
by Fr. Dimitry Karpenko It is important to remember that the lessons here apply to wives and husbands, clergy and laity alike. It is difficult for us to accept the imperfection of the world. We want there to be some kind of guarantee of stability. We may not be perfect, but at least someone … [Read more...]
How The Lord Chose His Twelve Apostles
By St. Cyril of Alexandria Considering a vocation? Then it is a good idea to ponder and meditate on how the Lord Jesus Christ decided on who He called to be Apostles. "And when it was day, He called His disciples to Himself; and from them He chose twelve, whom He also named apostles." (Lk 6: … [Read more...]
The 2012 New Testament Challenge
by Fr. John A. Peck If you are seriously thinking about pursuing the priesthood or the diaconate, then you need to seriously read the Bible, especially the New Testament. Well, look for further, friend - we are here to help! Beginning Nov. 15th (the beginning of the Advent/Nativity Fast), we will … [Read more...]
Palamas’ Prayer for Priests
St. Gregory Palamas wrote this prayer for priests and I would ask that you make this part of your daily prayer. Pray for priests that you know as they minister daily to God’s people. O Lord Jesus Christ, enkindle the hearts of all thy priests with the fire of zealous love for Thee, that they may … [Read more...]
The Basics of Divine Liturgy
Translated by John Sanidopoulos Before I left the Holy Monastery I found an opportunity in a discussion to ask him [Elder Sophrony] about the Divine Liturgy, and he presented me with the basic teaching about it. - "The Priesthood is not given to man as a reward for virtues, but … [Read more...]
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