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
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
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. 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
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
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
Looking for summer recipes? This Greek-style potato salad is dairy-free and delicious! Get the recipe below and follow Emmy on Facebook and Instagram. Greek Potato Salad – Patatosalata Ingredients: 3 Large Potatoes 3 Green Onions ~ Chopped 1 Bunch Parsley ~ Chopped 1 Lemon ~ Juiced Olive oil – Read more
Spyridoula Fotinis, James Carras, Kenny Kidd join Fr. Chris Metropulos to talk about the main drivers to homelessness in America, effective solutions at the community level, and how Orthodox parishes can and should be involved. Recent studies show that on any given night, more than 600,000 people are homeless in Read more