“There is nothing better than peace in Christ, for it brings victory over all the evil spirits on earth and in the air. When peace dwells in a man’s heart it enables him to contemplate the grace of the Holy Spirit from within. He who dwells in peace collects spiritual gifts as it were with … Continue reading For These Times…
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On Peace…
From an Orthodox perspective there is no justification for war; even a war of defense is a lesser evil but is still an evil. The Orthodox Church, by faith and practice, believes that peace is normal and just. Therefore, war would be not only evil but it would be non-normative. We are to seek peace … Continue reading On Peace…
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War is Unnatural…
a situation where human beings are put in the context of perpetual real or anticipated violence. It is an atmosphere ripe with the potential for trauma. Perhaps the urge to war is routine for a fallen humanity but the actual war is nothing but routine. In my service as a health care chaplain and completing … Continue reading War is Unnatural…
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Wise Words…
The person who listens to Christ fills himself with light; and if he imitates Christ, he reclaims himself. St. Thalassios the Libyan, early 7th century
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A Good Thought…
How blessed and wonderful, beloved, are the gifts of God! Life in immortality, splendor in righteousness, truth in boldness, faith in confidence, continence in holiness: and all these things are submitted to our understanding. What, then, are the things which are being prepared for those who wait for Him? The Creator and Father of … Continue reading A Good Thought…
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Worth Considering…
"The more people deviate from the natural simple life and move toward luxury, the more human stress increases. And as worldly politeness expands, simplicity, joy and the natural human smile are lost." Elder Paisios of Mt. Athos
The Beautiful Path 