Every year in January, Orthodox Christians gather to cut the Vasilopita (St. Basil’s or King’s Bread). Typically, we think of ourselves, hoping to find the coin hidden in the dough. But, if we stop to consider the story behind the
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Often we come to Scripture with our own questions, such as, “How can I be saved?” This isn’t always bad, but it can cause it to miss what Scripture is actually telling us about the true purpose of creation!
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As you hear Jesus tell the story of the Good Samaritan, which character do you most identify with? Which character does Jesus imagine we are?
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It’s that time of year again. Christmas lights are up and plastic lawn decorations of that old jolly man in a red suit have appeared. Yet, that jolly old man is more than a cartoon caricature that we hope brings
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I’ve seen images of the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt used as a political cartoon. But surely the Bible is more than a cheap political statement? Surely there’s a deeper meaning?
Read more“Everyone capable of thanksgiving is capable of salvation and eternal joy.” ~ Fr. Alexander Schemann
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The irony of an Orthodox Christian explaining orthodox Christianity incorrectly.
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With Hurricane Harvey raging in Texas, I often hear, “Keep them in your prayers.” But how do Orthodox Christians do that?
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Someone once said that “worship” is a verb. I actually think it’s a language.
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