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...
Orthodox Quote for April 10
“We forget that the Bible is above all the Scripture of the Church, and that it can be properly understood only by those who already believe and have been...
Orthodox Quote for April 9
“Believe in Jesus Christ, be baptized and you will be saved, and from this time forward the glory of your empire will be ensured as well as the triumph...
Daily Devotion for April 9-15 ~ Holy Week
Sunday Explanation of Holy Week from Fr Alexander Schmemann+ “Having fulfilled Forty Days… we ask to see the Holy Week of Thy #8221; With these words sung at Vespers...
Orthodox Quote for April 8
“The soul whose ears are open, hears and listens to God speaking and does what God commands. Truly, such a soul cannot but hear God and obey His commandments...
Orthodox Quote for April 7
“Now if for bare necessaries one is not to take thought, what pardon can we deserve, who take thought for things expensive? Or rather, what pardon can they deserve...
Orthodox Quote for April 6
“…a prayer then must be more real and profitable, as for the one who brought the offering, likewise also for those in whose name or memory prayers may be...
Orthodox Quote for April 5
“… it might seem counterintuitive to give thanks for our suffering. Nevertheless, we must acknowledge that God is totally in charge of everything and that everything – and everyone...
Orthodox Quote for April 4
“He is ever indulgent and kind, so with the majesty of a Judge is He dreadful. As we have sinned greatly, let us weep greatly. For a deep wound...
Orthodox Quote for April 3
“If you cannot fast, go to church and pray. If you cannot be in church, read the Gospel. If you cannot do that, prayerfully reflect upon the sufferings of...