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The icon of the Most Holy Theotokos “Joy of All Who Sorrow" teaches us, powerfully, that God’s mercy is found in the places we least expect: in our pain, in our loss, and even in our grief.
There is a special and ancient order in the Orthodox Church called the Eternal Commemoration on Psalter. What is this order about, who can apply, and why do we commemorate people? Read further to discover these answers.
In August 2000, the Jubilee Bishops’ Council of the Russian Orthodox Church glorified Elder Leonid of Optina Pustyn for universal veneration. His relics rest in the Vladimir Church at Optina Pustyn.
The call to faithful love, even amidst persecution, is beautifully embodied in the life of Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki. Born in the third century, Demetrios was an esteemed Roman officer and a man of great faith.
Thirty years ago on this day, 12 October 1993, in the burial vault of the Cathedral of the Icon of Mother of God "Joy of All Who Sorrow" in the city of San Francisco (USA) the incorruptible relics of St. John (Maximovich) were uncovered.
Learn how humble love and perseverance in Kirill and Maria’s household fostered sainthood and miracles. Let their example of Christian parenting enrich your understanding of family sanctity.
The lives of the Optina Elders offer us an example of sacrificial love. They lived not for themselves, but for others, bearing the burdens of their spiritual children and giving of themselves entirely in love.
Learn why Patriarch Tikhon's quiet strength still resonates with Christians everywhere. This article reveals how his actions, under relentless pressure, offer hope and guidance for facing modern challenges.
As the sages of the East used to say, one would be cursed to live in a time of abrupt change. Saint Sergius of Radonezh lived in one of Russia's most troubled periods and left us some valuable insights that have survived his day.
Bishop John’s warmth and discipline inspired children, healed the sick, and comforted the suffering. Find inspiration his lessons in kindness, humility, and selfless love that remain powerful for believers today.
Martyr Peter the Aleut († 1815) was a young Aleut who was born and raised on one of the islands of the Kodiak Archipelago. In 1815, as a young man, together with thirteen fellow Aleuts, fishermen and hunters, he sailed to the shores of California…
Blessed Paraskeva possessed the gift of spiritual insight. Seeing both the past and future, she sometimes rebuked hidden sins. Witnessing her holy life, many sought her counsel.
Dimitry of Rostov was the first saint of the Russian Empire. In his life, he witnessed multiple events that changed the course of history. A great part of his life coincided with the reforms of Peter the Great and his key war campaigns.
The image of the Mother of God takes pride of place in every Christian's heart. The Mother of God is a symbol of purity, selflessness and fullness of love, standing before God and interceding for the entire human race.
