Teachings From the Church and Other Important Lessons

Preparing for the New Year
Today is Friday. In Greek that means the Day of Preparation. You never hear Friday...

God Doesn’t Expect More from Us Than from Himself
I hear it all the time, or something like it. “I can’t do that. I’m...

Count the Cost
Our society is infatuated with debt. We borrow money to purchase ‘what we want, when...

Don’t Pack Christmas Away Just Yet
Shortly after the birth of Christ, Joseph was warned in a dream to flee to...

Show me who you Pray for, and I will Show you who you Love.
I have the distinct blessing as an Orthodox Priest to pray at the Altar of...

Sometimes Families Betray Each Other
Nobody enjoys admitting it, but we all know at least one family that suffers from...

Literalism Leads to being Blind and Maimed
Nuance makes life interesting. In every conversation and interaction, it is nuance that leads also...