“First it must be remembered that the mother has the great role of nurturer. The mother is the first object of the child’s affection because she is his feeder and nourisher, not only of the body, but also of the soul. She must surround her child with an atmosphere of prayer and make of her home a place where virtues are emphasized. From infancy up she can say morning and evening prayers ·with the child…There should be icons in the home and a special place for the child’s own icons.”
(Matushka Susan Young in ‘Orthodox Word  Vol 1 Issue 9)

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