Orthodox Quote for May 24
“tt is difficult to be an Orthodox Christian…However, the difficult part is not what you think. The fasting, long services, and prayers are tools. The real struggle is to...
Orthodox Quote for May 23
“He serves as the true priest of God by making offerings and intercessions for his children and friends. He functions as God’s prophet by standing steadfast amidst his trial...
Orthodox Quote for May 22
“When sects and abnormal teachings arise, it’s all, of course, a product of demonic power. Man strives to know something true, but doesn’t have the right direction, or correct...
Daily Devotion for Sunday, May 22
Healing of the Paralytic at the Pool. ST. AUGUSTINE: “It was a greater act in Christ, to heal the diseases of the soul, than the sicknesses of the perishable...
Wisdom from Modern Orthodox Elders
“… With our hope in Christ, the repairer of our souls, that is diligently work at clearing the earth of our heart. Patience, mourning, humility, obedience, cutting off one’s...
Orthodox Quote for May 20
“Having strengthened our soul by the thought of the boundless mercy, wisdom, omnipotence, and holiness of our Creator and Provider, we can pass through the course of our earthly...
Orthodox Quote for May 19
“Have you ever noticed that it’s easier to buy an icon and add it to your icon corner, than it is to actually spend time and pray in your...
Orthodox Quote for May 21
“If we continue to talk with Our Heavenly Father secretly in our heart, control our thoughts and behavior and not let ourselves become attached to any wordly thing; if...
Orthodox Quote for May 18
“Various signs and miracles and prophecies oftentimes take place by those who are unworthy, according to some need or condescension, as with Barlaam and the ventriloquism. And elsewhere the...
Orthodox Quote for May 17
“The caregiver must not feel guilty, or feel they are betraying their loved one, when they step out with friends for dinner and a movie. They should not feel...