Recently I have had several occasions to discuss the tender topic of the “priest’s prayers,” that is, the prayers, which according to Orthodox Christian practice are said “inaudibly” by the priest during the celebration of the Divine Liturgy. Many liturgists, as well as faithful, who claim to defend the practice on the basis of “ancient tradition,” [...]
Recently I read a comment to a Facebook posting concerning the attempt by Bishop Meletios of the Church of Greece to implement in his Diocese the use of vernacular (contemporary) Greek in the celebration of the Divine Liturgy. His efforts were not very well received by the Synod of Bishops of the Greek Church, and [...]
As we approach the great Feast of Pentecost – the Descent of the Holy Spirit into Church , I post this great prayer of St. Symeon the New Theologian. May it be a source of strength, hope and consolation for all who strive to live in the life of the Holy Spirit of God.
PRAYER TO THE [...]