RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
In the Orthodox Christian tradition, the journey towards salvation is often described as a process of healing. This perspective stems from the understanding that sin is not merely a legal transgression but a spiritual illness that wounds the soul. Consequently,…
St. Dionysius the Areopagite, an illustrious figure in the history of the Orthodox Church, once wisely stated, “nothing is good if not done well (in a good matter).” This profound insight holds a timeless relevance, particularly when we consider the…
Understanding of the Holy Trinity The doctrine of the Holy Trinity, central to Orthodox Christianity, holds that there is one God in three Persons: Father, Son,and Holy Spirit. These Persons are consubstantial (of the same essence or substance) and co-eternal,…
God left evil people to live among the good so that the good could shine even more. The evil also profit from living among the good because it brings to them sanctimony, they feel ashamed, they blush before the others,…
The cross holds a profound place in the hearts and lives of Orthodox Christians. It is more than just a symbol; it is a testament to our faith, our salvation, and our identity as followers of Christ. Wearing a cross…
An ancient Greek addage says:
we must desire heaven, but before heaven is granted, Christ orders us to realize heaven on earth, to behave on earth as if we were in heaven and to carry in our prayers the concern of the whole world. ~…
by Vladimir Moss Today we celebrate a rare and deeply meaningful coincidence of two great feasts: the Annunciation of Mary, the Most Holy Mother of God (Theotokos), and the Holy Cross (Stavros) of our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus…
