Christ is Risen!
Day 2: After waking up early, and immediately feeling the Louisiana humidity, we departed for the work site that IOCC has established together with Habitat for Humanity. The foundation had been already completed, and over the course of our work day, we erected all of the home’s... read on »
Christos Anesti!
First day in Lousiana, filled with debriefing, touring devastation sites, and good ol’ southern food! Visited the historic, first Orthodox community parish in ‘the lower 48,’ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, founded in 1864. Following this blessing, we were given a tour of... read on »
“First in prominence among the Apostles, and teachers to the Universe, intercede to the Master of all for peace in the world and for our souls great mercy.”
Apolytikion of the feast of Saints Peter & Paul
Christ is Risen!
In the above hymn, we ask Saints Peter and Paul to continue the... read on »
bringthemback.org is a movement to have the multitude of national treasures returned to Greece from Great Britain, after they were stolen over 200 years ago. Please enjoy the video at the link below, and support the effort to restore to Hellenes a piece of our history and essence.
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There is an interesting blog entry at www.argo411.worpress.com, titled, “Just A Simple Question,” which reflects on the number of ‘parish board’ members at a parish that is highlighted in the most recent Orthodox Observer, and the corporate mentality of Orthodoxy in America. I am interested to... read on »
Let everyone reverence the deacons as an appointment of Jesus Christ; and the bishop as Jesus Christ, who is the Son of the Father; and the presbyters as the Sanhedrin of God and assembly of the apostles. Apart from these, there is no church.
- Ignatius (c. 105)
Saint Ignatius reflects upon the... read on »
A blessed Lent to all, as we begin the 40 day pilgrimage this Clean Monday. In addition to the multiple weekday liturgical services (Monday: Compline, Wednesday: Presanctified Liturgy, Friday: Salutations to the Theotokos), each Sunday during the Lenten season has a particular theme. This... read on »
Here is an Interesting blog post, called Leading Change, relating opportunities in the Orthodox Christian Church, and principles produced by a professor in the Harvard Business School.
I have found a new blog that has been recently created, reflecting an important topic in the life of the Christian Church—Change! Argo411 Blog claims to explore Change in the Church as a form of Stewardship… very interesting! I am reading/following this new blog, and encourage anyone interested... read on »
“The Gospel is addressed to all people, and therefore the work of the Church remains incomplete as long as it is restricted to certain geographical areas or social classes. Its field of action is universal and is active in both sectors that welcome the good tidings and those which at first may... read on »
Greek Battle Over Religious Symbols
The head of the Greek Orthodox Church has warned the country’s new socialist government that it faces a major battle over removing religious symbols from schools.
The European Court in Strasbourg has ordered Italy to take down crucifixes from its classrooms,... read on »
The issue of ‘change’ is one that impacts all in this globalizing, fast-paced world—the question is weather or not we are willing to engage it! The Christian Church mustn’t ask Itself to rethink theology and tradition when addressing change, but rather follow the historical line of continued... read on »
Great article offering a Christian message in the midst of the disaster in Haiti.
University of Portland grad missing in Haiti while another survives collapse
“I did nothing to deserve to be born into such a wonderful life—none of us did,” said Prusynski, of Boise. “It was the best original... read on »
The horrific earthquake that has devastated the small island country of Haiti has been in the global media, and let left many asking the question, ‘What can I do to help?’ The magnitude of the disaster, combined with the lack of Haitian infrastructure prior to the earthquake, has created a... read on »
After the Nativity season, it is common for us to reflect on the past month, and recognize the blessings associated with it. With a minimum level of maturity, we suddenly realize that giving is much more enjoyable than receiving, and the reminiscing of Christmas offerings turn to “what we gave... read on »
Father Jon Magoulias, of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Modesto, CA, has written a tremendous guide to etiquette while in God’s house. This reverent piece of guidance may be received a the Annunciation website, after clicking on the far right title, “A Guide to Church Etiquette.”
All... read on »
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew represented Christians tremendously well in his recent appearance on CBS’ 60 Minutes show. Bravo to CBS for allowing a ray of truth to bring light on this paramount subject - the continued persecution of Christians. A wonderful response has been witnessed after... read on »
This is a great quote I came across, from Saint Nikolai Velimerovich,
“We must be super-conservative in preserving the Orthodox faith, and super-modern in propagating it.”
May we have the courage to follow his words!
“We assemble not in the church to pass away the time, but to gain some great benefit for our souls.”
Saint John Chrysostom
Can there ever be an experience absent of rules that does not lead to anarchy? Without borders to individual and societal action, the combination of multiple agendas,... read on »
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco launches a new phase of ministerial programing, through its established Spiritual Renewal Ministry. For over 30 years the Metropolis Spiritual Renewal Ministry has offered annual retreats intent on revitalizing faith amongst the faithful; now the... read on »
This article references a 5th Century Byzantine Christian Church that has been discovered in the United States, specifically Connecticut! I have not read any other citations to this church, and am eager to hear if others have heard anything. It is not outside of the realm of possibility that we... read on »
“...we ask You, Lord: Remember all Orthodox Bishops who rightly teach the word of Your Truth, all presbyters, the diaconate in Christ, all priestly and monastic orders. ...those in public service; grant them O Lord, to serve and govern in peace, that through the faithful conduct of their... read on »
In recent decades, many issues of morality have been turned political, for the benefit of a few, and detriment of many. Homosexuality is one such issue, often viewed now as a conduit to a voting demographic in election years, or the dynamic for groups, supportive and opposing, to gain exposure... read on »
International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) exemplifies fiscal and program efficiency for non-profit organizations. 8% overhead for a non-profit was once a mythical goal, but has been brought into reality by Holy Spirit through the IOCC. I will allow you to do your own research in finding... read on »
September 11, 2001 marks a heinous event in world history—the terrorist attacks of Muslim terrorists on American soil, murdering thousands of innocent people. As Americans, our responses may vary based upon our our abilities, yet it is our universal responsibility to pray for those who were... read on »
