By: Bishop Nikolai Velimirovich To those who ask: WHY ARE VIGIL LAMPS LIT BEFORE ICONS? First—because our faith is light. Christ said: I am the light of the world (John 8:12). The light of the vigil lamp reminds us of that light by which Christ illumines our souls....
Here are some practical suggestions to help break the cycle of enslavement and the bad use of money: First of all, reflect. Do take time and ask yourself about your money. What do you spend it on? What don’t you spend it on? As an example, many people, without...
Consider bringing the story of the 3 Great Hierarchs into your home this month with the following lesson and activity. Begin by asking your kids or teens to select three favorite Fruits. * Announce the fruits out loud and discuss why they were picked. * What do your...
Each of these saints have their own feast day. St. Basil the Great, January 1; St. Gregory the Theologian, January 25; and St. John Chrysostom, January 27. This combined feast day, January 30, was instituted in the eleventh century during the reign of Emperor Alexius...
December 27, 2010 WESTERN CATHOLIC REPORTER EDMONTON — The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton is embarking on a long-term plan to renew the Church and pass on the faith to future generations. The 25-year pastoral plan is based on three simple pillars — to know,...
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