Prayer and the Ascension, by Reader Timothy

‘With the power of Thy Cross strengthen, O Christ, my thinking, that I may praise in song and glorify Thy redeeming Ascension.’ – From the Irmos of the First Canon of the Third Canticle of the Ascension. ‘Leaving the things…

To Mark the Occasion of the Feast of St. Bede

Editor’s note: the article below was written and submitted to us on yesterday’s feast of the St. Bede by one of the members of our faithful in England. We have published it with some minor edits. It is an auspicious…

St. Patrick Bishop of Prusa – Saint of the Day

Commemoration of Hieromartyr Patrick, Bishop of Prusa, and His Companions Remembered on May 19 Hieromartyr Patrick, Bishop of Prusa, is celebrated for his unwavering faith and courageous preaching in the first century. Serving as bishop in Prusa, a city in…

APPEAL FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THE MISSION OF OUR DIOCESE

Behold now, what is so good or so joyous as for brethren to dwell together in unity? It is like the oil of myrrh upon the head, which runneth down upon the beard, upon the beard of Aaron, which runneth…

The Importance of Wearing a Cross for Orthodox Christians

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…