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Reading of Icons – Icon of Assumption of Mother Mary – August 15

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On August 15, many Christians around the world celebrate the Feast of the Dormition of the blessed Theotokos, Mother of God, Mother Mary. The word dormition comes from the Latin roots of dormitio(n-) which means ‘falling asleep’ and from dormire which means ‘to sleep’. The feast commemorates the passing away of Mother Mary from her earthly life. But the Orthodox Christians believe not just in the Dormition of the blessed Mother, but in her Assumption. We believe that after the Mother of our God was laid to rest in the tomb, she was bodily taken up into heaven, where she now stands interceding for all who ask of her intercessions.

On the Transfiguration of Christ – A Homily by St. Ephraim the Syrian

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The Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord on the Mount on August 6. This feast is one of the great feasts of the Church and the Orthodox Church places lot of importance to this event. This event is described in all of the synoptic Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke. Let us meditate on a sermon given by beloved St. Ephraim the Syrian on this event.

Feast of St. Shmouni and her seven sons & their teacher Eleazar – August 1

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In the name of God the Father, Christ Jesus His Son and the Holy Spirit, One True God. Amen Dear brothers are sisters in Christ Jesus As the Indian Orthodox Church along with all Christian faithful of the sister Oriental Orthodox Churches, Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church prepare for the Feast of the Assumption…

Reading the Icons – Icon of Pentecost

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A study on the Icon of Pentecost which not only brings us into the reality of the event being depicted, but also teaches the theology behind the Descent of the Holy Spirit. The descent of the Holy Spirit though a tumultuous event brought about harmony among the Apostles. It is also a call to deification. The theme of the icon is a theme of waiting – for both the redeemed and those in darkness.

Reading Icons – Icon of the Ascension of Jesus Christ

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A study on the Icon of Ascension based on the accounts written by St. Luke in his Gospel and Acts of the Apostles, leading us to understand where we can find heavenly peace in this confusing world.

Following Christ by Overcoming Rejections and Counting the Cost (Luke 9:51-62)

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We are called to be His disciples with the aim of preaching the kingdom of God. But in the course of our ministry, we will face various rejections. Christ teaches us not to be disheartened when we are rejected, for He was rejected first. We are also called to count the cost of our discipleship, lest we tend to look back on our life and regret following Christ. We are called to be steadfast in our commitment.

Finding our Purpose in the Resurrected Christ – To be Fishers of Men – John 21

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Christ, after His resurrection teaches His disciples to become fishers of men. Let us learn on how we can become fishers of men rather than be fishermen. Let also understand the importance of having a fellowship with like minded individuals and where should we draw in our catch.

Encounter with the Gardener – Easter reflection (John 20:1-18)

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An Easter reflection on the account of the meeting of Mary Magdalene with the Resurrected Christ in the garden and comparing it with the encounter of the first man and woman in the Garden of Eden

Wedding at Cana – The first sign – St. John 2:1-11

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Today, the Indian Orthodox Church and her children begin our spiritual journey towards the cross on Calvary, where our Master was crucified for our sakes and redeemed us and on the third day rose again defeating death. We undertake this journey through the Great Lent. As we begin this journey, on this Sunday we begin with a feast where Jesus had gathered along with His disciples and began His public ministry. He began His ministry by performing a miracle, which is only mentioned in the Gospel of St. John – a miracle of transforming the water into wine.

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Life of St. Barsaumo – 3rd February

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we intercede to 26 saints and fathers of the Orthodox Church who lived until the 600 AD and 3 saints of the Indian Orthodox Church to keep us strong in the faith that they have handed down to us. We remember him as chief among mourners. He is a father who welcomed sufferings for the sake of His Master Christ and for upholding the true faith of the Church. He prayed by constantly by standing throughout day and night.

Mother Mary in the Oriental Orthodox Tradition: Her Spiritual Motherhood and Intercession

Mother Mary as Aaron’s Rod: Unveiling the Theological Symbolism and Patristic Teachings

St. Ephrem the Syrian’s Teachings on the Transfiguration of Christ

Mother Mary as Theotokos: Oriental Orthodox Perspective and the 15-Day Dormition Fast

Defending the Divinity of Christ: The Church’s Battle Against Arianism – Part 4

Gnosticism & the Church’s Response: The Apostles’ Creed – Part 3

Bridging Heaven and Earth: Mother Mary and the Ladder of Jacob

Feasts of Transfiguration of Jesus and Assumption of Mother Mary: A spiritual connection

Mother Mary and the Burning Bush: A Profound Mystical Connection

Mother Mary as the Second Eve – An Orthodox Perspective

Assumption Fast: Understanding why Mother Mary is called ‘Theotokos’

Importance of Assumption Fast (Soonoyo Fast)

Finding our Purpose in the Resurrected Christ – To be Fishers of Men – John 21

Encounter with the Gardener – Easter reflection (John 20:1-18)

Annunciation to Mother Mary | 4th Sunday of Advent (St. Luke 1:26-38)

Dormition of the Theotokos: A Beacon of Hope

Mother Mary: The Veil of Solomon’s Temple

Mother Mary: The Fountain of Purity

Reading of Icons – Icon of Assumption of Mother Mary – August 15

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Feast of St. Shmouni and her seven sons & their teacher Eleazar – August 1

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Reading the Icons – Icon of Pentecost

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Reading Icons – Icon of the Ascension of Jesus Christ

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Following Christ by Overcoming Rejections and Counting the Cost (Luke 9:51-62)

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Wedding at Cana – The first sign – St. John 2:1-11

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Life of St. Barsaumo – 3rd February

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