The Contemplative Life for the non-Monastic
The Contemplative Life for the non-monastic A common complaint I get from people is that “we can’t live a contemplative life in the modern world, Father. There’s no time. I just don’t have several hours a day to spend in prayer.” This is a complaint that I can empathize with. Most of us don’t live
Do You Want to be Healed: Unction, Sickness, and Sin
Do You Want to be Healed: Unction, Sickness, and Sin While the service of Unction has not been traditionally offered at St. Juvenaly Orthodox Church here in Wasilla, Alaska, it is offered in other places. The article below is a small offering on how this service should be approached is it is offered in your
How to prepare your home for the Priest to Bless it at Theophany
What do I need to have when the priest comes to bless my home? A quick reference guide: Holy Water from the Blessing of the Waters on the Eve of Theophany (brought from the church). A bowl for the water (& a few sprigs of basil, if this is your regional tradition) A candle An