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One of the best-educated people of his time, a high-ranking civil servant in good standing and with brilliant career prospects, he renounced a life of luxury and worldly dignity to uphold the truth of God.
The Orthodox Church approaches the Great Lent which will start on March 3rd according to the Julian calendar. In order to prepare for the Lenten journey, the Church gives us four pre-lenten weeks to help us understand why we fast.
In plain terms, the message from the Lord that we are trying so hard to decline is utterly clear: we should live in love, even towards our enemies, and humbly recognize our own faults while maintaining faith in God.
As we are reminded in the hymns of the Church, Christ came to the Jordan not just to renew the fallen nature of man, but also to bless His entire creation by sanctifying the water. With the feast of the Theophany, the Lord shows us a different…
We need to make radical changes to our lives. The change begins in our minds. No sinful thought should linger in the mind. We mustn't let the thought of sin enter because it will reach our hearts and poison our very lives once we let it in.
Read the heartfelt testimonies of healing and spiritual support linked to Blessed Valentina of Minsk, revealing how her kindness and prayers open paths to God’s mercy and strength.
Experience how Saint Triphon’s miracles continue to strengthen communities, comfort the afflicted, and empower those seeking help in family, work, and spiritual battles.
Readers encounter Sister Natalia’s heartfelt path through Orthodox faith, recovery, and service — offering real moments of community, hope, answered prayer and joy.
What does obedience mean in everyday monastic life? Nun Xenia, head of the Stone Inlay Workshop at St Elisabeth Convent, speaks about learning to accept her obedience with the heart, discovering freedom, service, and trust in God through daily labour…
Explore how Saint Mark of Ephesus courageously defended Orthodox faith against political pressure and theological compromise, inspiring believers to stand firm in truth amid modern challenges.
