Why do Orthodox clergy and monastics dress like they do? In this short documentary, Abbot Tryphon explains that the clothing worn by Orthodox clergy and monastics is evangelical in its nature. He says that “As Orthodox, this attire that we wear . . . is a great opportunity.” He recalls Read more…
Welcome to The Children’s Word, a weekly ministry of the Orthodox Christian Network brought to you by Presvytera Alexandra Houck! This week, Pres. Alexandra talks about sharing. Sharing can be pretty hard. Sometimes, we don’t like to give up something we think belongs to us. But when it’s hard to Read more…
As I chanted, the fifth verse struck me like a blow: “Weeping shall endure for the night, but joy cometh in the morning.” Although my eyes were brimming with tears, I felt a great joy fill my soul, and I was once more overcome by God’s purpose—by us being placed Read more…
Pronouncement of Judgment Seven woes pronounced upon the Scribes and Pharisees 1. Jesus castigates them because they denounce Him and His message-thus shut the Kingdom of the heavens before men. 2. Jesus blames them for what they make of converts, making them imitations of their false teachings. 3. Jesus castigates Read more…
Sometimes, you have to wonder if the real meaning of love can be saved at all. In a world hungry for the truth about love, millions of people will flock to movie theaters on Valentine’s Day to view the movie version of E.L James’ novel Fifty Shades of Grey and Read more…