Orthodox Quote for April 20
“Prayers, memorial services, liturgies, alms are very much to the benefit of the departed ones. You should pray more for the departed ones than the living. Because there is...
Orthodox Quote for April 19
“The gift of mental power comes from God, Divine Being, and if we concentrate our minds on that truth, we become in tune with this great power. My Mother...
Orthodox Quote for April 18
place, but are universally believed…From this point of view there are no local saints. All are local people in one place who serve during their lives through deeds and...
Orthodox Quote for April 17
“There is a tendency to romanticize missionary endeavors. The Orthodox Church and its priests, who many here believe are living comfortable lives, but the truth, however, is that the...
Daily Devotional for April 16 – 22
Sunday Meditation on Easter/Pascha: no one can understand the real structure of the liturgical cycle of the year unless he understands that the center, the day that gives meaning...
Orthodox Quote for April 15
“Emulating Samson’s slothfulness, O my soul, thou hast been shorn of the glory of thy works, and through love of pleasure thou hast betrayed thy life to the alien...
Orthodox Quote for April 14
“Thought of the Dread Judgment produces a dispiriting impression on most people, even on those who both pray to God and reflect on the salvation of their souls. It...
Orthodox Quote for April 13
“Holy Relics are the earthly remains of those who have been taught by none other than Christ Himself to love their enemies even unto death, the death of the...
Orthodox Quote for April 12
“Fasting to an Orthodox Christian is what physical and mental exercise are to a professional athlete who aspires to win the big title and the trophy. Fasting of mind...
Orthodox Quote for April 11
“She always fasted until noon and was for the first time able to attend church services regularly. Her husband joined her in piety. In such a way is shown...