Monthly Archives: February 2013

Lent and Stewardship

Knowing the commandments of the Lord, let this be our way of life: Let us feed the hungry, let us give drink to the thirsty, let us clothe the naked, let us welcome strangers, let us visit those who are in … Continue reading

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Zacchaeus had a strong desire… do we???

This past Sunday, we began the preparation period before Great Lent (referred to as the Triodion) with Zacchaeus Sunday. As we reflect on the Gospel reading, it focuses on Zacchaeus’ “desire” to see Christ – as a man of short … Continue reading

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Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead

Reflect upon the time when this excerpt was written and the impact this statement makes today! All that is done in accord with the commandments: to love one another, to bear one another’s burdens, to give alms and the like… … Continue reading

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Lay up for yourself treasures in Heaven

Do not lay up for yourself, treasures on earth…But lay up for yourself treasures in Heaven…For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Matt 6:19-21) In Father John Mack’s book, Ascending the Heights, A Layman’s Guide to … Continue reading

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