On this Bright Monday in the Orthodox Church I'd like to start by saying--Christ is Risen! These Maxim Mondays are about learning and molding my life around these 55 Maxims for Christian Living (written by Fr. Thomas Hopko of blessed memory). Fr. Thomas did many, many podcasts on so many topics. If you'd like to… Continue reading Maxim Week 4
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Letter Writing Wednesday
“To write is human, to get mail: Divine!” ― Susan Lendroth (children's author) It truly is divine to receive a handwritten piece of love in the mail. It spreads joy across the miles. Late last week I created a little nook for myself where I can sit and write. Whether it be letters or cards,… Continue reading Letter Writing Wednesday
That Feeling
That feeling as the lights dim to darkness. The clergy begin to sing “Thy Resurrection, O Christ our Savior, the angels in heaven sing. Enable us on earth to glorify Thee in purity of heart.” The first candle is lit in the altar and the clergy continue to sing. That feeling as the light spreads… Continue reading That Feeling
Kindler of Joy! 