Wisdom from Modern Orthodox Elders
“Geronda emphasized that when we wake up our mind is at rest and clear. Since it is in such a calm state of clarity and quietude that is the...
Quote for November 25
“…the prayer is a duty for each one of the faithful, of every age, nationality, and status; without regard to place, time or manner. With the prayer di vine...
Is Turkey ISIS’ Best Friend?
“ISIS , in other words, is state-sponsored — indeed, sponsored by purportedly Western-friendly regimes in the Muslim world, who are integral to the anti-ISIS coalition…” (British Journalist and Analyst Nafeez Ahmed) ISIS Fanatics and...
Quote for November 24
“Never give a place to anger. Never allow a smile to be missing from your mouth, with joy for all things never leaving you. The heart of a gladdened...
Quote for November 23
“What is the number of these powers surrounding us? “Many,” answered Paganism. “One only,” answered Judaism and Islam. “One in Trinity,” answered #8221; (St. Nikolai Velimirovich in ‘Religious Spirit…’)
Quote for November 22
“The meaning of the word “Samurai” is “to serve”. In order to serve the good and love, one should have love and soul inside. A true warrior should have...
Reflection on the Gospel Theme for Sunday, November 22
From the Prologue of Saint Nikolai Velimirovich In the Monastery of the “Sleepless Ones,” there was great want during a year of famine. St. Marcellus, the abbot, received some...
Quote for November 21
“When we set ourselves apart from others we are not Christians. We are true Christians when we have a profound sense that we are members of the mystical body...
Quote for November 20
“In the monastery one is disbanded from his human personality to enter into the angelic reign. It means that by losing yourself, you are #8221; (Elder Arsenie Papacioc of...
Priest Shortage Shakes Greece…
“Nowadays it is not easy to become Orthodox Christian either, considering among other things, the number of religious conflicts around the #8221; Interview with Recent Orthodox Convert & Actor…...