Monthly Archives: May 2015

  In one of his homilies, St. John Chrysostom is convinced that, as he says, “You will not do so much good to the poor as to yourself, when you benefit them” and he also says, “Do you not know … Continue reading →

During many discussions related to Stewardship – I have been asked why? Why the change from membership? Why is Stewardship so important? Why do I have to worry about my Time, Talents and Treasures? How and why is Stewardship related … Continue reading →

I have never liked the term “my Church dues.” You see. There really are no Church dues. A person can be a member of the congregation in good standing and still not be able to contribute anything toward the work … Continue reading →

Are you living the personal calling given to you by your Father and Creator?  Is your Parish thriving, with successful stewardship and serving as a beacon of Orthodoxy and making disciples? If you are looking for a “good account at … Continue reading →

Today’s Epistle is about Eutychus and how he was brought back to life. Although this miracle is the focal point, I reflected upon the activities of the day. Paul “spoke to them and continued his message until midnight!” There were … Continue reading →

He was taken up and a cloud received Him out of their sight. He will come again in a like manner… I thought about His return and standing before the dread judgment seat of Christ – will I be ready? … Continue reading →

Vassilios Papavassiliou, in his book “Thirty Steps to Heaven – The Ladder of Divine Ascent for All Walks of Life” makes one simple but powerful statement. We cannot be saved by faith alone, grace alone or works alone! As we … Continue reading →

This weekend focuses on college graduations – across the United States, many schools are celebrating the day when students transition to working adults. There will be a variety of careers under consideration – doctors, mechanics, chefs, accountants, scientists, etc.  Our … Continue reading →

Faith and Deeds 14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? 15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one … Continue reading →

What is Orthodox Christian Stewardship? Orthodox Christian Stewardship is… Learning how to be a responsible and concerned caretaker of Christ’s Church; it is learning how to enjoy Church life and be happy in Church work., for in Her dwells the … Continue reading →