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By the time he was betrothed to the Virgin Mary, he was eighty, and a widower of many years with six grownup children. He was of noble descent but worked hard all his life as a carpenter. He protected the Virgin Mary and Christ from the dangers…
As Christians, we know that there are many people tonight who need our prayers because, sadly, they cannot pray for themselves. So we will spend this night standing at the Divine Liturgy, praying for the secular and Christian worlds together.…
The commemoration of the Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos "Unexpected Joy" reminds us of the unspeakable mercy and untold kindness of the Mother of God. Her beneficence and desire for our salvation are beyond description.
Some people do not live long but leave a lasting trace. They are made for Heaven, and their journey leads them upwards. Of them, Vasily Roslyakov was one. He projected an example of exceptional wisdom, faith and benevolence.
Encounter the life of Elder Paisios, whose prayers and counsel uplifted countless souls, transforming despair into hope and awakening faith in the modern world.
Read about the life and works of Saint Gregory of Nyssa, whose teachings on the Trinity, grace, and resurrection offer timeless guidance for believers seeking to deepen their relationship with God.
Why do some Orthodox Christians keep Christmas after the rest of the world has moved on? This article explores the science, history, and spiritual logic behind the Old Calendar — and why, for the Church, time is more than a calculation.
Explore the vibrant iconography and liturgical customs surrounding the Assembly of the Most Holy Theotokos. Learn how this ancient feast continues to unite believers worldwide in reverence for the Mother of God.
