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Christian Perseverance through Faith – Meditation on St. Luke 1:1-25

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The post reflects on the annunciation to Zechariah, providing insights into the faith and struggle of Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth. Despite their childlessness and societal ridicule, they stayed true to their faith. The post underscores the transformative power of divine intervention, faith, patience and prayer. It ends by exploring Christian virtues mentioned in the Second Epistle of St. Peter and urging the cultivation of these virtues to be authentic followers of Christ.

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St. Luke the Evangelist – Healer, Historian, Iconographer

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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 and sisters in Christ Jesus Introduction On October 18, the Orthodox Churches and the Roman Catholic Church commemorates the life of St. Luke the Evangelist – one of the four ascribed authors of canonical…

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

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Discover the profound spiritual connection between the Feast of the Transfiguration and the Feast of the Assumption in Orthodox Christianity. This insightful blog explores how these two feasts reveal the transformative power of Christ’s divine nature and the hope of eternal life through the Assumption of Mother Mary. Join us in reflecting on the unity of God’s plan of salvation and the call for personal transformation in our journey of faith.

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Importance of Assumption Fast (Soonoyo Fast)

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From August 1st to August 15th, Orthodox Christians worldwide embark on a profound spiritual journey – a 15-day fast in honor of Mother Mary. 🙏🌹 This sacred tradition, observed by the Indian Orthodox Church and other Orthodox Churches, holds deep significance, serving as a time of reflection and preparation leading up to the Feast of the Assumption (Dormition). 🕊️✨ Join us as we explore the rich history and spiritual meaning behind this revered fast, drawing inspiration from the virtues of faith, humility, and devotion exemplified by the Blessed Virgin Mary. 🌿🌷 Let’s embrace this opportunity to deepen our connection with God and enrich our spiritual lives

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Season of Theophany – 1st Sunday after the Feast – St. Matthew 4:12-22

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The Church begins her Season of Theophany/Epiphany from the 1st Sunday following the Feast and the Gospel portion read on this Sunday is from the Gospel account of St. Matthew 4:12-22. This Gospel portion recounts how Christ begins His public ministry in the town of Nazareth in Galilee. This portion picks up after Jesus spent forty days and nights in the wilderness after He was baptised by John in the Jordan where we find that for the third time in the Gospel of Matthew itself, Jesus embracing a new hometown.

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The Feast of Exaltation of the True Cross – Sept 14

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A short study on the historical and the spiritual importance of the Feast of the Exaltation of the True Cross. This feast is celebrated on Sept 14 each year. For the Indian Orthodox Church, this feast marks the beginning of the last season of the liturgical calendar.

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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.

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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…

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Sunday of Departed Priests – St Matthew 24: 42-51

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The Sunday after the Three Day Lent is commemorated as the Sunday for remembering our departed priests who have been our spiritual guides at every point of life. The Church remembers its fathers who had baptised her, taught her, nurtured her, and fed her with the Holy Body and Blood of her Master and Saviour Jesus Christ. Today’s parable on the loyal servant teaches us the qualities of a loyal servant waiting for his Master’s return and the punishment that awaits the unfaithful servant.

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Three Day Lent – Day 1 – Call to imitate Jesus

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With the background of the Feast of Theophany and as we look towards our great pilgrimage to the Cross of Calvary and from there to the Feast of Resurrection of our Lord, the Three Day Fast calls us to imitate Christ in our lives to attain the glory of ever lasting life.

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