“And this will be a sign to you: You will find the Babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger” (Luke 2:12). These words of the Gospel take on a totally different meaning when we read what Paul writes to the Christians of Philippi regarding the Son of God who emptied Himself and became man. He writes, “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself by taking the form of a servant, and coming in the likeness of men” (Philippians 2:2-7). Read more...
Once again Thanksgiving Day approaches, giving us the opportunity to spread festive joy in our homes, experience the happiness that appears when family members come together for the holiday dinner, and exchange good wishes and warm embraces with loved ones. Read more...
The beginning of the new Ecclesiastical Year coincides this year with the Labor Day holiday. We all observe Labor Day as a celebration of the last days of our summer activities. Today let us celebrate the first day of the new Ecclesiastical Year, adopting as our motto the following quotation from the Gospel according to St. John: “But he who does what is true comes to the light, that it may be clearly seen that his deeds have been wrought in God.” (John 3:21). Read more...
Christos Anesti! It brings me great joy each year to attend FDF and see the abundant talent of our youth and young adults who perform with such grace and precision. I am in awe of the dedication of the instructors and parents Read more...
Grace and Peace from the Resurrected Christ! Truly, my beloved in the faith, the Sabbath has passed with the setting of the sun. It is very early in the darkness of the morning. But in that moment of darkness your candles give light. Night thus passes and in a little while comes the dawn of the New Day. Read more...
The month of April has been declared Child Abuse Awareness Month in our nation, reminding us of the importance of taking care of children in a healthy and proper manner. Our Church has long been aware of the importance of treating children properly ever since our Lord said to His disciples, Read more...
As we are ushered into Great Lent, the Church welcomes us with these specific, heartening and joyful expressions which carry the real meaning and definition of Lent and the fashion in which we are expected to live through it. Read more...
Beautifully adorned Christmas trees and lighted windows, glowing with resplendent lights symbolically reflecting the glory of the Lord, and with silent joy emanating from the message proclaimed by the angel of the Lord, are telling us once again about God's wondrous miracle of His coming to abide with us. Read more...
Thanksgiving Day is a very special holiday for us all in this land. It is set aside to allow families to gather together to offer prayers of thanks to God for His bountiful gifts and blessings, and then to enjoy a sumptuous dinner that He has provided. This holiday carries a very special message in terms of its importance and meaning of the history of our nation. Read more...
The reporting and news about the forest fires in Greece have moved all of us. The human and ecological tragedy is beyond words. The loss of life, property, and historic treasures are immeasurable. For many of us in the western United States, we know from personal experience the devastation that wildfires cause and the years of effort it will take for the survivors to recover. Read more...
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Third Finding of the Precious Head of St. John the Baptist
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