What is Uncreated Light and why is it an experience of the Transcendent? Why do I capitalize the word “Transcendent?” It is because by experiencing the Transcendent we experience God, a personal God, a Divine Person, who is beyond our comprehension, yet who relates to us and loves us personally Read more
Stories are just as important in today’s culture as they have always been and perhaps even more so. The currently top 50 grossing movies worldwide of all time are primarily fantasy, sci-fi and stories about the extraordinary – a testament to our desire for transcendence. They are often how we Read more
Humility, not ego or pride, is key to everything in life. Prioritizing the attainment of humility as the primary goal is a tough sell in today’s culture. I was speaking to someone recently who kept saying that you have to have at least a little ego to be successful. I Read more
Adult Education with Michael Haldas will resume in-person and virtual on 9/11 at 11:30am EST. Join myOCN Community on OCTV YouTube LIVE and St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Bethesda, Maryland for Sunday Adult Religious Education. This program is held in a round-table format led by Michael Haldas, with an Read more
These are not classes on high theology that are intimidating or difficult to understand. We focus on the “down to earth” and practical ways we should understand and live our faith. In His parables to the masses, Christ always used practical examples from everyday life to help people understand and Read more
Encountering Christ as the Wounded Healer Join the conversation LIVE at 7:45pm EST on Orthodox Christian Network Facebook. Wednesday, April 3, 2019 ~7:45 pm EST, after Pre-sanctified Liturgy service. You can view and download slides HERE. The recorded live lecture video will follow. Sponsored by St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Bethesda, MD. Read more
“Many Christians, unaware of the great value of fasting, either keep the fast with difficulty or reject it altogether. We should not be afraid to fast but embrace it with joy.” (St. John Chrysostom) Fasting is so much more then abstaining from certain foods. Christ reminds us in the Gospels Read more
I think cynicism is part of the zeitgeist today, or spirit of the age. Judging by global online comments I see on social media it would seem cynicism is a worldwide issue. I believe that for many of us, we need to crucify cynicism in our hearts. We understand sin Read more