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An Introduction to Orthodox Spirituality
The sources of Orthodox spirituality are the HolyScriptures, sacred Tradition, the dogmatic definitions of the Ecumenical Synods, and the spiritual teachings of the Greek Orthodox Fathers. Orthodox Spirituality is mainly expressed through prayer, daily Christian living, andworship, which ultimately lead to union with the divine uncreated Light.
The Funeral Service of the Orthodox Church
A concise description of the funeral service of the Orthodox Church, its theological and spiritual significance, and its practice, with a description of its parts.
THE MEANING OF THE GREAT FAST: The True Nature of Fasting
This is an excellent introduction on the meaning and purpose of fasting, with a historical context. The services and hymns within THE LENTEN TRIODION are translated from the original Greek. THE LENTEN TRIODION is the companion volume to THE FESTAL MENAION. THE LENTEN TRIODION contains the full variable texts for the ten Sundays before Pascha, the full texts for the First week of Lent and Holy Week, together with certain other texts, during the season of the Fast. hardback. 699 pages.
The Ever-Virginity of the Mother of God
The Ever-Virgin Mary - What does this mean and what does the church believe
Holy Saturday: 'With Fear and Trembling'
Because of its God-given survival and God-inspired expansion throughout what is called 'the diaspora,' Orthodoxy continues to preserve, proclaim, and celebrate the truth about God and about ourselves. More than any other expression of Christian faith, it enables us to know God, to celebrate His saving work, and to participate in His very life. To borrow the expression of St Innocent Veniaminov, Orthodoxy does nothing less than indicate to us and guide us along the Way that leads to the kingdom of heaven.
A Dictionary of Orthodox Terminology - Part 2
A 'dictionary' listing and providing a brief definition of many terms one may come across in reading about Orthodoxy.
The Living Breath of God and the Three Steps in Fashioning Humanity
Rev. Eugen J. Pentiuc reviews the first two chapters of the Book of Genesis, specifically the making of humanity as an act in three steps or phases. He goes into an in-depth explanation of the words chosen and their etymology in order to explore God's creation of man and woman.
