Monthly Archives: July 2016

Even the Apostleship is called a ministry and every spiritual work is a ministry. It is not enough to give but we must also do it with munificence, for this always answers to the name of simplicity. It is not … Continue reading →

When we commit an act of charity, in which we use our excess wealth to help someone with too little, we are acknowledging our unity with others. The duty of the rich is to share the harvest of the fields with … Continue reading →

There is no rich and poor in Christ. Be then not ashamed of him because of his external dress, but receive him because of his inward faith.

During a recent Orthodox presentation, the Bishop suggested reading Matthew 5 through 7 at least once every month. What a blessed suggestion!

In Matthew, Chapter 4, we reflect upon the following verses: 18 “And walking by the sea of Galilee, He saw two brethren, Simon that was surnamed Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were … Continue reading →