The Criteria for Sainthood According to Orthodox Tradition

A report by His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Christianoupolis given at the 5th Pan–Hellenic Clergy Synaxis The criteria for Sainthood according to Orthodox Tradition is a sensitive issue, but it is also a key issue. The criteria are sensitive, because they are theological...

Hero-Worshipping: the Sickness of our Holy Struggle

“Trust ye not in princes, in the sons of men, in whom there is no salvation.” (Psalm 145:3) We mustn’t have absolute trust in human beings for our salvation, no matter what dignity they have. Human beings are changeable. Today they are saints, tomorrow—deniers....

Encyclical Concerning Marriage and Divorce

Protocol no. 2957 In Athens, on October 24th/November 6th, 2019 ENCYCLICAL Concerning Marriage and Divorce Beloved Fathers and Brethren in Christ, Beloved children in the Lord, One of the Mysteries of our Holy Orthodox Church is the Mystery of Marriage, which is...

Fr. David Belden’s Classes

Fr. David Belden’s classes meet every Friday at 7pm at Saint Nektarios Church Hall. It is a great opportunity to learn more about our...