by Pope St. Gregory the Dialogist I say it with tears, I declare it with groans, that, when the priestly order has fallen inwardly, neither will it be able to stand outwardly for long. (Book V, Letter 53) … [Read more...]
Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Priest?
Do you spend time in prayer? Are you willing and able to grow in your prayer life? Can you dedicate yourself to learn what it takes to be a priest, both in seminary studies and lifelong learning? Would presiding and preaching at the Eucharist motivate you to do it well? Are you committed to grow … [Read more...]
Orthodox Marriage & Its Misunderstanding
by Metropolitan Hilarion Alfeyev The love that exists between a man and a woman is an important theme in many books of Scripture. The Book of Genesis, in particular, tells us of holy and pious couples, such as Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebecca, Jacob and Rachel. A special blessing, bestowed on … [Read more...]
On The Functions Of The Priesthood
by St. Macarius of Jerusalem And how are the (hierarchical) orders of the holy Church regulated? Let overseers at established posts be given authority to guide into goodness those for whose supervision they have been called. And let those receiving (guidance) from them be not puffed up with … [Read more...]
Procedure To Become A Priest
From the OCA Website Dear Father, I am a twelve year old an I wish to be a priest. I was wondering if perhaps you could tell me a procedure which would help me do so. Thank you for writing, and I was happy to hear that you are interested in becoming a priest!! In order to become a priest, … [Read more...]
Priestly Attire
by a Priest of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad. With no judgment on clergy who do not follow these injunctions, I have always found that dressing appropriately as an Orthodox priest was also a great mission and outreach tool. The opportunities it presents are without equal. In issue no. 6 … [Read more...]
The Fine Line Between Working Hard and Letting Go
by Michael Hyatt Some of my favorite memories of growing up are building model airplanes with my dad. I remember him showing me how to assemble, sand, and paint them. I think back on how proud I always was when we finished a project together. On one occasion, I remember struggling to get two parts … [Read more...]
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