The Music of the Orthodox Church

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

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Mental Health Matters

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 1-800-273-8255. It can also be reached Read more

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The Orthodoxy of the Holy Fathers — PART I

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

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Orthodoxy Now Quarterly Magazine—Issue 11

Contents  Sign up to receive Orthodoxy Now Magazine Updates. Read and Download Contents 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 Read more

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The Lifegiving Wood of the Cross

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

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NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS

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

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Feast Day activities and crafts with Orthodox Pebbles

Our friends at Orthodox Pebbles have created printable resources for children, families and Sunday school teachers to use during Great Lent and the Great Feasts of our Church! These resources help children to understand the feasts and their associated icons, as well as offering fun interactive activities and beautiful illustrations. Read more

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