We finish this study of the Orthros Ascent Songs by reading Psalm 131-133 (LXX)/132-134 (MT) in the light of Holy Week, 2 Samuel (2 Kingdoms) 6-7, and several Church Fathers. Our final scene is that of harmony with Christian brothers and sisters from every tribe and nation, and peace with God, as we bless His name in the heavenly sanctuary.…

These holy martyrs were husband and wife. During the persecutions of Diocletian, the governor Arian demanded that Timothy hand over his sacred books (these were rare at that time, and as a Reader he was entrusted with their care). Timothy refused, saying that he would no more do so than a father would hand over his own children to death. He was bru…

3 Kingdoms 12:26-13:34; Psalm 103:1·18; Proverbs 22:6·10; Luke 22:1·23

Matthew 6:19-21

3 Kingdoms 12:26-13:34; Psalm 103:1·18; Proverbs 22:6·10; Luke 22:1·23

Matthew 6:19-21

Did you know that snail slime keeps a snail from being injured as it moves? Snails are also famous for being very slow. Is this a bad thing? Discover more about God through the snail, and learn to draw one alongside Matushka Elesa! All you need is paper and a pencil. Let's get started!

Exodus 19:10-19Job 38:1-23; 42:1-5

The Church thrived in the Greek East, but not so much in Rome. The old rites were now forbidden, but Rome's educated class of pagans made bold to promote the old Roman ways, and were led by men of real education. This threat in the end moved St. Augustine to pen his greatest work, The City of God.Orthodoxy and Education: https://tinyurl.com/Orthodo…

This week, Elissa Bjeletich and Kristina Wenger get us ready for Pascha by asking: how exactly did Jesus trample down death by death? What does that mean?Originally released April 15, 2021

Matthew 6:16-18

3 Kingdoms 11:1-12:25; Psalm 102:13·22; Proverbs 22:1·5; Luke 21:20·38

3 Kingdoms 11:1-12:25; Psalm 102:13·22; Proverbs 22:1·5; Luke 21:20·38

Matthew 6:16-18

Early in the second century a pagan named Catallus bought Hesperus, his wife Zoë, and their sons Cyriac and Theodulus as slaves. All of them were Christians, and would not eat anything that had been sacrificed to idols — they would throw all such food to the dogs and go hungry themselves. When Catallus learned of this, he was enraged and began to t…

Fr. Seraphim explains how to defeat the evil thoughts and bad habits that hold us back spiritually.

Exodus 2:11-22Job 2:1-10

Feasting is not the opposite of fasting, but a most joyful application of the fruits of our Lenten spiritual efforts! Take what you have cultivated during the fast, and feast with joy by following these 5 tips.

A community member and Father Nicolaie each reflect on their experience with an aspect of the Gospel story of the young man who was possessed.

Matthew 6:5-15

3 Kingdoms 8:53-10:33; Psalm 102:1·12; Proverbs 21:26·30; Luke 21:1·19

3 Kingdoms 8:53-10:33; Psalm 102:1·12; Proverbs 21:26·30; Luke 21:1·19

Matthew 6:5-15

'Saint Tamara was the only child of King George III. Upon his death in 1184, she became Queen at the age of twenty-four. Despite her youth, she ruled the country with such wisdom and godliness — leading it to unprecedented military triumphs over the neighboring Moslem countries in defence of her kingdom, fostering arts and letters, and zealously st…

Christian and Elissa continue their conversation on discipline, primarily focusing on its role in reconciliation and the household as a place to practice forgiveness. More than merely making kids say they’re sorry, discipline and reconciliation is a deep way of living out God’s redemptive plan within the four walls of your home.Christian and Elissa…

Finally, the day at work or school or whatever is coming to a close and it’s time to head home. It’s definitely great to be done, but sometimes re-entry can be a bit jarring as we and our kids leave the day behind and return to our relationships. Sometimes this actually calls for a bit of discipline. Christian and Elissa talk about the joy and stru…

Third-year seminarian Dn. Seraphim Chang and his wife Mat. Ruth join us to talk about their journey to St. Tikhon's

Exodus 2:5-10Job 1:13-22

Matthew 6:1-4

"The son of Zebedee and brother of John, he was one of the Twelve. At the call of the Lord Jesus, he left his fishing nets and his father and, together with John, immediately followed Christ. He was one of the three apostles to whom the Lord revealed the greatest mysteries: before whom He was transfigured on Tabor and before whom He was in agony in…

3 Kingdoms 7:1-8:52; Psalm 101:16·29; Proverbs 21:21·25; Luke 20:27·47

Matthew 6:1-4

3 Kingdoms 7:1-8:52; Psalm 101:16·29; Proverbs 21:21·25; Luke 20:27·47

If we have embraced the spiritual practices of Lent with any level of integrity for the last few weeks, the weakness of our faith has surely become apparent to us.

Fr. Stephen De Young discusses the beginning of Genesis Chapter 29

Exodus 1:1-20Job 1:1-12

Matthew 5:43-48

3 Kingdoms 4-6; Psalm 101:1·15; Proverbs 21:16·20; Luke 20:1·26

As a monk, he was known for his very severe asceticism. Against his will, he was made Bishop of Zahum, where he served his flock faithfully for many years, "keeping it from the cruelty of the Turks and the guile of the Latins" (Prologue). When his monastery was destroyed by the Turks he moved to Ostrog, where he reposed. His body has remained whole…

These nine holy Martyrs were from various places, but when they refused to offer sacrifice to idols or to deny Christ, all were beheaded together in Cyzicus, a city in Asia Minor on the coast of the Sea of Marmara. Their names were Theognis, Rufus, Antipater, Theostoichus, Artemas, Magnus, Theodotus, Thaumasilas and Philemon. During the reign of th…

3 Kingdoms 2:26-3:27; Psalms 99, 100; Proverbs 21:11·15; Luke 19:28·48

Matthew 5:38-42

Matthew 5:33-37

3 Kingdoms 1:1-2:25; Psalms 97, 98; Proverbs 21:6·10; Luke 19:1·27

He was a disciple of St Theodosius of the Kiev Caves (commemorated May 3), and became abbot of the Monastery of the Caves. After many years of faithful service he fell victim to the intrigues of a monk against him, lost his abbacy and was even driven from the monastery. In God's time the holy monk was vindicated and made Bishop of Vladimir. There h…

Faeries are cute, diminutive, winged sprites, right? Not so fast. Some call them nature spirits, while others consider the “Fair Folk” to be the fading memory of Celtic pre-Christian gods. At the turn of the 20th Century, a number of rural villagers reported that faeries are really fallen angels! Of curious interest: multiple tales reveal the fey i…

Paula Dranger, MSW, LCSW

00:00 - Being a Healing Presence Through Listening and Communication Joey Jalaf, DPT20:46 - An Orthodox Chaplain's Perspective on Physician Aid in Dying Sarah Byrne-Martelli, DMin BCC-PCHAC34:48 - The Psychodynamics of Gratitude: An Opportunity for TheologicalPsychological Convergence Fr. Isaac Skidmore, PhD, MDiv…

All is Well Because the Tomb is Empty Albert Rossi, PhD

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