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The Holy Nun Martyr St. Paraskevi the Roman
An Ancient Greek Addage
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St. Pachomius (May 15): The Father of Communal Monasticism –

Early Life and Conversion St. Pachomius was born in 292 AD in Thebes, Egypt, to pagan parents. His early years were marked by a typical upbringing in the Egyptian countryside, but everything changed when he was conscripted into the Roman…
The Holy Martyr Isidore of Chios: A Beacon of Faith and Courage – May 14th

In the rich tapestry of Christian history, the lives of the martyrs shine as beacons of unwavering faith and courage. Among these illustrious figures, the Holy Martyr Isidore of Chios stands out as a testament to steadfast devotion to Christ,…
Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Pascha

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, on the 4th Sunday of Pascha, we reflect upon the healing of the Paralytic at the Pool…
The Feast of St. Domitilla

Saint Domitilla, a revered martyr in the Orthodox Christian tradition, is commemorated on May 12. She is often honored alongside her companions, Nereus and Achilleus, who were also martyrs. Her life and martyrdom are celebrated for their steadfast faith and…
Tre Fontane – The Place of Martydom of the Holy Apostle of the Nations, St. Paul

The Sacred Ground of Tre Fontane and the Martyrdom of St. Paul the Apostle In the heart of Rome lies a site of profound significance for Orthodox Christians: Tre Fontane, the place traditionally associated with the martyrdom of St. Paul…

It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. -Henry David Thoreau St. Symeon the New Theologian says, “If you want to see God, take pains to purify your heart, through the practice of the commandments and…
Quo Vadis, Domine?

The Quo Vadis tradition is the story of St. Peter’s flight from the Emperor Nero’s persecution of Roman Christians in the first century. As legend has it, Peter decided to flee Rome at the outbreak of the persecution, perhaps in…