As many of you know, I have been co-writing a book for the past year. I am very excited to let you know that it will soon be going to the printers! The book is called 101 Orthodox Saints and is in the character encyclopedia format. It will be visually appealing with graphics, maps, charts,Read More
Ways to Celebrate the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
The first feast of the liturgical year is the Nativity of the Theotokos on September 8. And this is truly fitting, for it is through the Mary the Theotokos (a title that literally means “God-bearer” in Greek) that God will choose to send his Son for the salvation of the world. Thus we begin thisRead More
What I Am Loving This Summer (Social Distancing Version)
I love reflecting on the blessings–small and big!–that are making me smile and lifting my spirits during each season. So, I’ve been making a list of “What I Am Loving” a semi-regular feature on the blog. I encourage you to take a few minutes and think about what you are loving this summer. How isRead More
5 Ways to Celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration
The Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ is celebrated on August 6, in the middle of the Dormition Fast. On this day we celebrate our the transfiguration (or change in appearance) that occurred on top of Mount Tabor. Jesus brought his disciples Peter, James, and John with him to the top of the mountain–the placeRead More
Ways to Observe the Dormition Fast When You are Overwhelmed
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I have to admit it: the Dormition Fast kind of snuck up on me this year. And, honestly, I don’t feel ready. My pantry is a mess, I’m starting a new job on Monday, and we don’t even have a proper icon corner yet. But, maybe that doesn’t matter. Maybe that misses the entire point.Read More
