Monthly Archives: March 2013

Orthodox Christian Stewardship of Fasting

We have entered the course of the Great Fast, a period of preparation for our Lord’s Pascha. This wonderful and glorious time of preparation is offered by the Church for the up-building and edification of all faithful. Yet, so often … Continue reading

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Preparing for Great Lent and the Fast – not just abstinence but works!

St. John Chrysostom… I have said these things, not that we may disparage fasting, but that we may honor fasting; for the honor of fasting consists not in abstinence from food, but in withdrawing from sinful practices; since he who limits his … Continue reading

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