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cassianus: One of the fathers used to say: “When they cover the eyes of the ox, then it turns the … More

“They said of Agatho that for three years he kept a stone in his mouth in order to teach himself … More

orthodoxgladness: Kindness is what the deaf can hear and the blind can see. In the midst of so many vying … More

historicaltimes: Here’s a forgotten legend of days gone by. A night soil man who used to take away human waste … More

orthodoxgladness: The honorable cross is the most holy sign and symbol of our faith. All the holy mysteries are ended … More

mr-another: “There is no coming to consciousness without pain.” — Carl Jung

When Archbishop Theophilus of holy memory was dying, he said, ‘Arsenius, you are blessed of God, because you have always … More

cassianus: One of the elders once visited another elder and, as they were conversing, one of them started to say: … More

mielleries: “Individuals who believe they are masters of their fate are as a rule the slaves of destiny.” — Carl … More

From Today’s Office of Readings A sermon by St John Chrysostom For me, life means Christ and death is gain … More