The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. Homer’s “Odyssey” relates the adventures of Odysseus and his companions when they returned from the Trojan war to their homeland Ithaca. There is also a second “odyssey,” a Christian one Read more…
Scripture Talk is a virtual Bible study ministry that meets every Tuesday, 7pm to 8pm EST. Each week, a different Orthodox priest from around the country is invited to help guide the discussion! These meetings are not broadcast, but are open to all participants who wish to join. Join on Read more…
The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. There is a difference in the perception of the Crucifixion, amongst the Fathers of the East and of the West. Western Theology cries and wails inconsolably before the Crucified One, Read more…
Our upcoming Gala, “Connecting To Wisdom (Sophia),” to be held on June 7th, 2025, at Saint Sophia Cathedral’s Huffington Center, will benefit OCN’s “Centuries of Faith, One Network Campaign” and the establishment of the Orthodox Media Ministry at Saint Sophia Cathedral. The Gala will highlight OCN’s 30 year history and Read more…
The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. The music that is chanted in the services of the Orthodox Church is called Byzantine music. It owes its title to the pained but glorious spiritual Byzantium, which bequeathed us Read more…
October is Mental Health Awareness Month. Whether you’ve been struggling yourself, need help for a friend, or want to improve support in your parishes, there are resources available. Chat by text or phone through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) hotline at NAMI.org The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is Read more…
The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. It is probably difficult for man in today’s world of “ill repute” in its greatest analogy to understand, what the Orthodoxy of the holy Fathers is, or that which we Read more…
The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. In ancient times, the people had the custom of celebrating those who returned victorious from battles putting their images or statues in the centers and stadiums out of gratitude, because Read more…
The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. There is much wisdom and great understanding by the way our Holy Church established the festive cycle of the ecclesiastical liturgical year. And there is a deep meaning in the Read more…
Contents Sign up to receive Orthodoxy Now Magazine Updates. Director’s Message: Jesus Walks on Water Let Him Lead Fr. Stavros Akrotirianakis explains why being a “follower” and trusting God to lead us ensures that our paths will point in the right direction. Is Your Failure My Success? Rev. Dr. Christopher Read more…
The Holy Cross in the Hymnography of the Veneration of the Cross (3rd Sunday of Lent) and Elevation of the Cross (September 14th). The following in an excerpt from “Eros of Orthodoxy,” translated by Fr. Nicholas Palis and written by Mr. Pantelis Paschou. On the 3rd Sunday of Lent, the Read more…
The New Year is upon Us…. the Ecclesiastical New Year! By Pres Mallory Kasapakis Presbytera Mallory provides an inside and outside perspective to the Orthodox Church, as a convert to the Orthodox faith and now a Presbytera. Alongside her husband, Fr. Sampson Kasapkis their family is currently serving the community Read more…