Bev explains why three great theologians, The Three Hierarchs, are remembered together, on the same day. #myOCNhttp://myocn.net/why-we-celebrate-three-hierarchs/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Sunday, January 31, 2016
Sunday, January 31, 2016
The Three Holy Hierarchs
The Holy Spirit
"Fr. Michael Harper (1931-2010), Director of the Institutefor Orthodox Christian Studies, founding father and a Debuty Director of THE WAY, speaks on the Holy Spirit"
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Sunday, January 31, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016
Friday, January 29, 2016
CWR Blog: f I were running the Eastern Orthodox Council by Dr. Adam A. J. DeVille
The Orthodox Council, if it takes place, must ask itself: Why should people care about this Council and about Orthodox Christianity itself? Why is it relevant?
The Orthodox Council, if it takes place, must ask itself: Why should people care about this Council and about Orthodox Christianity itself? Why is it relevant?
Cardinal Burke Visits TAC
TAC: His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke Visits Thomas Aquinas College
As part of the newly proclaimed Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, His Eminence Raymond Leo Burke visited the campus of Thomas Aquinas College on Saturday, January 21, 2016.
Homily of His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke
Votive Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity Chapel
Cardinal Burke on Catholic Education and Cultural Transformation
by His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke, Patron of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta
As part of the newly proclaimed Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, His Eminence Raymond Leo Burke visited the campus of Thomas Aquinas College on Saturday, January 21, 2016.
Homily of His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke
Votive Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity Chapel
Cardinal Burke on Catholic Education and Cultural Transformation
by His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke, Patron of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Love for One's Neighbor
Seek to reveal in yourself spiritual love for your neighbours: by entering into it, you will enter into love for God, through the gates of the resurrection and through the gates of the kingdom of heaven.
Posted by Orthodoxy and the World on Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Today
Thomas Aquinas College: St. Thomas Day Lecture: Rev. Thomas Joseph White, O.P.
Start: 01/28/2016 12:00 pm
“How Does the Resurrection of Christ
Illumine Human Reason?
From Joseph Ratzinger to St. Thomas Aquinas”
Start: 01/28/2016 12:00 pm
“How Does the Resurrection of Christ
Illumine Human Reason?
From Joseph Ratzinger to St. Thomas Aquinas”
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Fr. Tom Rosica on Evangelization
From January 20 – January 22, 2016, the Theological Symposium of the 2016 International Eucharist Congress took place in...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Saturday, January 23, 2016
Rod Dreher: Pope To Commemorate Reformation
A cheerleader for Christian unity without the theological acumen or wisdom to foster reconciliation? What is needed is a bishop-theologian who can simply and plainly state the differences between Lutheran and Catholic (not just Roman) teaching on justification and show how Catholic teaching is apostolic while Lutheran teaching is not, and I don't think Pope Francis is that man.
Rorate Caeli: UPDATE: Vatican Radio: Pope to lead common worship service with Lutheran leaders in Lutheran cathedral.
BREAKING NEWS: Pope Francis to participate in ceremony commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation
A cheerleader for Christian unity without the theological acumen or wisdom to foster reconciliation? What is needed is a bishop-theologian who can simply and plainly state the differences between Lutheran and Catholic (not just Roman) teaching on justification and show how Catholic teaching is apostolic while Lutheran teaching is not, and I don't think Pope Francis is that man.
Rorate Caeli: UPDATE: Vatican Radio: Pope to lead common worship service with Lutheran leaders in Lutheran cathedral.
BREAKING NEWS: Pope Francis to participate in ceremony commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation
Pope Francis will travel to Sweden in October for a joint ecumenical commemoration of the start of the Reformation,...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Monday, January 25, 2016
Is He In Charge of the Liturgies at the Congress?
We need to be like St. Paul and convert our lives, directing it to witness to God’s love and presence.This was the...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Tuesday, January 26, 2016
More from Day two at the International Eucharistic Congress in Cebu, Philippines.
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Monday, January 25, 2016
Part of the Western Iconographic Tradition
One of the treasures of the Vatican Museums.
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Tuesday, January 26, 2016
The Hymns of Vespers
Dr. Vladimir Morosan begins a sequence of programs that examine in depth the various component hymns of the Orthodox Vesper Service, starting with the Opening Psalm 103, “Bless the Lord, O My Soul.”
Posted by Ancient Faith Radio on Sunday, January 24, 2016
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Предстоятели Поместных Православных Церквей совершили Литургию в храме св. ап. Павла в Шамбези
(via Byz Tx)
Keynote Address By His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew To the Synaxis of the Primates of the Orthodox Churches.http://myocn.net/ecumenical-history-is-being-made/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Tuesday, January 26, 2016
NLM: Documentary About the Original Divine Mercy Image - Is This Really What Christ Looked Like? by David Clayton
"I did hear a story that Sr Faustina was never happy with the image either, and in the end, reluctantly agreed to its use assuming that no artist could ever reproduce satisfactorily what she had seen. Then years later, so the story went as related to me, she saw an image of Christ painted in the iconographic style and said, “That’s what he looked like!” I can’t corroborate this, but I find it plausible."
"I did hear a story that Sr Faustina was never happy with the image either, and in the end, reluctantly agreed to its use assuming that no artist could ever reproduce satisfactorily what she had seen. Then years later, so the story went as related to me, she saw an image of Christ painted in the iconographic style and said, “That’s what he looked like!” I can’t corroborate this, but I find it plausible."
But what of modesty?
No one's addressed that issue in the recent change made by Pope Francis regarding whose feet can be washed on Maundy Thursday, not even Fr. Hunwicke has addressed it. (One Benedictine defender of the change alludes to the question of modesty but believes it to be culture-specific rather than pertaining to a universal norm.) Would Christ or the Apostles have washed the feet of women in their time? If not, why not? Because of cultural norms? Even if that is the case that those norms are particular to a culture, what is their reason? I would argue because of the respect for modesty. A man might wash his mother's feet or his wife's out of necessity, but those of a stranger?
And will women really respect bishops and priests who cater to them in this symbolic gesture of service, which may even be taken as another instance of pedestalizing them? As if there isn't enough white-knighting already in the Latin churches. (See for example the Benedictine defender, who seems to be a sympathizer with feminism.)
And will women really respect bishops and priests who cater to them in this symbolic gesture of service, which may even be taken as another instance of pedestalizing them? As if there isn't enough white-knighting already in the Latin churches. (See for example the Benedictine defender, who seems to be a sympathizer with feminism.)
How odd...
Next month there will be a screening of The Young Messiah, hosted by Ignatius Press, MOTIVE Entertainment, Ocean Blue Entertainment, 1492 Pictures and CJ Entertainment. Why is Ignatius Press giving support to a movie based on the novel of Anne Rice (and her use of gnostic sources, among others)?
The Latin overemphasis on the humanity of Christ?
ABOUT THE MOVIE:
Remaining true to the character of Jesus revealed in the Bible, The Young Messiah is an inspirational story for the whole family about the childhood of the Savior.
When the mystery of Jesus’ divinity begins to unfold in His childhood, He turns to His parents for guidance. But Mary and Joseph, in an effort to protect their child, are afraid to reveal all they know. How do you explain the ways of the world to the Creator of the world? How do you teach the Teacher? How do you help the Savior who came to save you?
Follow the young Messiah as He and His family take the dangerous journey from Egypt to Nazareth and on to Jerusalem, where His true identity and profound destiny is fulfilled.
What people are saying about THE YOUNG MESSIAH:
"This film will be great for my imagination for many weeks and many months to come...What was really important and well-done was the way that faith is challenged in very complex situations, but at times there is a clarity that shines through and a simplicity of the faith that is just inspiring and leaves you with a sense that God enters into this violent world and brings something very different." - Bishop Thomas Olmsted, Diocese of Phoenix
"Captivating, inspiring, deeply moving." -Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley, OFM Cap., Boston
“Beautiful film with a compelling story. It is sure to be a classic for families for years to come.” - Rev. David L. Guffey, CSC, Family Theater Productions
"Engaging, tender...fall in love with Jesus Christ all over again." -Lisa Hendey, Founder & Editor, CatholicMom.com
The Latin overemphasis on the humanity of Christ?
Monday, January 25, 2016
Chiesa: The “No” To Pope Francis From the Chief Rabbi of Rome by Sandro Magister
He said it during the meeting with the pope at the synagogue. And it is the refusal to “discuss theology” with the Catholic Church. Because of Jewish fears of a blurring of that which distinguishes them from Christians?
He said it during the meeting with the pope at the synagogue. And it is the refusal to “discuss theology” with the Catholic Church. Because of Jewish fears of a blurring of that which distinguishes them from Christians?
Sunday, January 24, 2016
The Trisagion Prayer
Fr. Stavros teaches us about the Trisagion Hymn, it glorifies God, addresses God, and asks him to have mercy on...
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Saturday, January 23, 2016
The Psaltic Tradition of Mount Athos
"Monk Iakovos, Protopsaltis (First Chanter) of the Church of Protato, Karyes, Mt Athos, speaks on Holy Mountain's Psaltic Tradition"
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Monastic Obedience
"Obedience, which is one of the basic principles of our monastic order, is nothing but love put into practice."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Thursday, January 21, 2016
"Obedience, which is one of the basic principles of our monastic order, is nothing but love put into practice."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Thursday, January 21, 2016
St. Maximos the Confessor
"Thus, Maximus shows how movement, including movement of the human will, is a good thing. Maximus was also very...
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Thursday, January 21, 2016
Pope Francis Meets with the Tribunal of the Roman Rota
Pope Francis on Friday said the Church’s teaching on marriage is not an “ideal for the few,” but “a reality that, in the...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Friday, January 22, 2016
Friday, January 22, 2016
Worship is Prayer
As Christians we must find time each week to pray in the context of worship, in a community. #myOCNhttp://myocn.net/daily-devotion-january-22-worship-is-a-necessary-form-of-prayer/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Friday, January 22, 2016
Synaxis of Primates
Ecumenical Patriarch has convened a Synaxis of the Primates of the Orthodox Churches in Chambésy, Geneva. #myOCNhttp://myocn.net/ecumenical-patriarch-convenes-synaxis-in-geneva/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Friday, January 22, 2016
Thursday, January 21, 2016
Chiesa: At the Vatican There Is a “Seismograph” That Is Setting Off Tremors by Sandro Magister
The latest incident is on how Francis interprets and implements Vatican Council II. The “school of Bologna” is chanting victory. But two letters from the pope say the opposite
The latest incident is on how Francis interprets and implements Vatican Council II. The “school of Bologna” is chanting victory. But two letters from the pope say the opposite
Issued by a Church of France That is Generally Dying
A new document on Muslim-Christian marriages has just been published by the Church in France.
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Joseph Ratzinger Foundation
Have you liked the Facebook Page for the Vatican's Joseph Ratzinger Foundation?
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Saturday, January 16, 2016
Archimandrite Zacharias on Elder Sophrony
"Archimandrite Zacharias, from Holy Monastery of Honourable Forerunner, Essex, England, speaks about his spiritual father Elder Sophrony"
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Thursday, January 14, 2016
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Body and Transcendence: The Philosophical Anthropology in John Paul II's Theology of the Body
Body and Transcendence: The Philosophical Anthropology in John Paul II's Theology of the Body.This is the title of the...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Monday, January 18, 2016
Another Photo of St. Sava in Belgrade
A beautiful church in Belgrade. God Bless! #myOCN
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Thursday, January 14, 2016
Chanting in Mount Athos
"Elder Thomas Mikrayannanitis, Mt Athos, speaks for his monastic experiences and chants Byzantine hymns."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Saturday, January 16, 2016
Fr. Z: Pope Francis! Restore the Feast of the Circumcision!
The World Jewish Congress speaks about Pope Francis' first trip to Rome's Synagogue on Sunday.
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Tuesday, January 19, 2016
The Holy Person
"He is free and does not desire to sin, not because it is ethically forbidden and out of place, but because he does not want to destroy the temple of God within him."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Monday, January 18, 2016
That's a good photo of Metropolitan Hilarion; too bad his Russian FB page is no longer available.
His website.
Prayer Postures
Fr. Stavros teaches that the preferred posture of praying is standing, but that the most important thing is to pray.http://myocn.net/daily-devotion-january-19-to-stand-or-sit-or-kneel-that-is-the-question/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Monday, January 18, 2016
Pope Addresses Pastoral Needs of Eastern Rite Immigrants in U.S., Canada by John Burger
Immigrants to North America, hailing from the world's trouble spots, will be better able to worship in their traditions
I suppose one could argue that the pope has a role to play in adjudicating jurisdictional issues for churches whose territorial boundaries overlap, as "one city one bishop" is not being observed. Still... by what authority does he have to erect the new eparchies, rather than confirming their erection by bishops of those particular churches?
Immigrants to North America, hailing from the world's trouble spots, will be better able to worship in their traditions
I suppose one could argue that the pope has a role to play in adjudicating jurisdictional issues for churches whose territorial boundaries overlap, as "one city one bishop" is not being observed. Still... by what authority does he have to erect the new eparchies, rather than confirming their erection by bishops of those particular churches?
American Erasmian Greek
Couldn't find something more suitable than Allegri's Miserere?
Modern Greek...
Pronunciation of Ancient Greek in teaching
Guide to Greek Pronunciation Conventions
The Great Greek Pronunciation Debate (SBL 2011 Report, pt. 3)
The Error of Caragounis
Is Erasmian Pronunciation Ugly?
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Saturday, January 16, 2016
Pope Francis on the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple
Even God Needs Mercy? (A Troubling Homily by Pope Francis) by Fr. Brian Harrison, O.S.
The same homily to which Fr. Z reacted here.
Latin nestorianism?
How long has the feast of the Holy Family been around? Only since the late 19th century, as it was instituted by Leo XIII? The feast is rather a novelty in the history of the Roman rite, reflecting Latin piety and theological emphasis at that time? (Much like the addition of St. Joseph by John XXIII to the Roman canon?)
Feast of the Holy Family - December 27, 2015
The same homily to which Fr. Z reacted here.
Latin nestorianism?
How long has the feast of the Holy Family been around? Only since the late 19th century, as it was instituted by Leo XIII? The feast is rather a novelty in the history of the Roman rite, reflecting Latin piety and theological emphasis at that time? (Much like the addition of St. Joseph by John XXIII to the Roman canon?)
Feast of the Holy Family - December 27, 2015
Chiesa: When It Comes To Gay Unions, Bergoglio Doesn’t Say No by Sandro Magister
They are about to become law in Italy, but the pope is discouraging Catholics from raising the barricades. He did the same thing in Argentina. But there’s a difference in his politics on immigration, poverty, Islamic radicalism
They are about to become law in Italy, but the pope is discouraging Catholics from raising the barricades. He did the same thing in Argentina. But there’s a difference in his politics on immigration, poverty, Islamic radicalism
Catholic World Report: Pope Francis and Catholic Traditionalists: 20 Questions for Kenneth Wolfe
The Rorate Caeli contributor offers his thoughts on the current papacy and on growing interest in the pre-Vatican II liturgical tradition.
By Sean Salai, S.J.
The Rorate Caeli contributor offers his thoughts on the current papacy and on growing interest in the pre-Vatican II liturgical tradition.
By Sean Salai, S.J.
Friday, January 15, 2016
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Third and Last Part of Fr. Silouan Justiniano's Article on Iconography
The last part of Fr. Silouan Justiniano's article.
Posted by Orthodox Arts Journal on Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Papal Address to the Diplomatic Corps
The family, always foremost in the thoughts of Pope Francis, was given special attention on January 11 in the speech he...
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Rorate Caeli links to this sermon: Priestly celibacy is more than a discipline
The website itself is not loading at this time on the browser... not sure what it's about.
The website itself is not loading at this time on the browser... not sure what it's about.
Pope Francis on Mercy
During his weekly general audience, Pope Francis spoke on the mercy of God as spoken about in the Bible.
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Sounds More Like a Defense of the Current Bishop of Rome
than something dealing with the occupants of that see for the last two centuries...
Catholic News Service's Carol Glatz reports on a new Italian title, RISPONDE PAPA FRANCESCO - “Pope Francis Replies: Every Interview and Press Conference.”
Posted by Vatican Radio - English Section on Saturday, January 9, 2016
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Prayer
Fr. Stavros teaches that prayer is communication with God, a dialog that brings guidance, peace and balance to life.http://myocn.net/what-is-prayer-2/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Simeon and more...
"Now You dismiss Your servant, O Lord, in peace!"
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Chiesa: Married Priests. The Germany-Brazil Axis by Sandro Magister
In the accounts of a German theologian and a Brazilian bishop, Francis’s plan to allow local exceptions to the norm of clerical celibacy. Beginning with the Amazon
If the report is accurate, it is shameful that the liberals are linking one with the other. The patriarchate of Rome has more to worry about than solving the shortage of priests, and even if it were financially feasible to have married priests on a wide scale, there are other serious problems that need to be addressed first (and the financial problems of the churches is a part of the current crisis of the Latin churches).
Reaction at Rorate.
In the accounts of a German theologian and a Brazilian bishop, Francis’s plan to allow local exceptions to the norm of clerical celibacy. Beginning with the Amazon
If the report is accurate, it is shameful that the liberals are linking one with the other. The patriarchate of Rome has more to worry about than solving the shortage of priests, and even if it were financially feasible to have married priests on a wide scale, there are other serious problems that need to be addressed first (and the financial problems of the churches is a part of the current crisis of the Latin churches).
Reaction at Rorate.
Monday, January 11, 2016
More Love from Magister for Benedict XVI
All the Mysteries of the First Sacrament. Unveiled
Collected here for the first time are the fifteen baptismal homilies delivered by Benedict XVI at the Easter Vigil and on the first Sunday after Epiphany, when he baptized adults and children
Collected here for the first time are the fifteen baptismal homilies delivered by Benedict XVI at the Easter Vigil and on the first Sunday after Epiphany, when he baptized adults and children
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Fr. Silouan Justiniano on Naturalism and Abstraction in iconography
Posted by Orthodox Arts Journal on Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Fr. Silouan Justiniano continues his essay on Naturalism and Abstraction in iconography.
Posted by Orthodox Arts Journal on Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Saturday, January 09, 2016
What fruits of peace and justice without Christ and the Holy Spirit?
"That sincere dialogue among men and women of different faiths may produce the fruits of peace and justice" -- Pope Francis on Interreligious Dialogue
St. Ignatius (Brianchaninov): “The Activity of Prayer Is the Highest Activity of the Human Mind”
The one who seeks corruptible earthly blessings in his prayer rouses the indignation of Heaven’s King against himself. The angels and archangels-His ...
The one who seeks corruptible earthly blessings in his prayer rouses the indignation of Heaven’s King against himself. The angels and archangels-His ...
The Ancestors of Christ: What Do All These Names Mean? by Metropolitan Anthony of Sourozh
The two readings which we have heard to-day, that of the Epistle and that of the Gospel present us with two aspects of Israel's faith and ...
The two readings which we have heard to-day, that of the Epistle and that of the Gospel present us with two aspects of Israel's faith and ...
Friday, January 08, 2016
Thursday, January 07, 2016
The Baptism of Christ
Jesus restores water to its original intent, to truly clean, to truly refresh, and to truly satisfy our thirst.http://myocn.net/jesus-baptized/
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Monday, January 4, 2016
Ascetic Hesychasm
"It is true that the attitude on the part of ascetics towards the vagaries of human life provokes a variety of conflicting reactions in the psyche of the technically-orientated people of today."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Monday, January 4, 2016
Fr. Michael Harper on the Holy Liturgy
"Fr. Michael Harper (1931-2010), Director of the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies, founding father and a Debuty Director of THE WAY, speaks on the Role of Holy Liturgy in Christian Faith."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Wednesday, January 6, 2016
May Your Will Be Done...
"Our attitude is ‘May your will be done’. Then the potential develops within us to conceive of God as He is in His eternity."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Wednesday, January 06, 2016
Tuesday, January 05, 2016
Chiesa: Nullity of Marriage. A Reform That Risks Sinking in the Dock
The extreme facility of the procedures was the solution contrived by Pope Francis to readmit the divorced and remarried to communion. But not everything is working out as planned. A commentary by the canonist Guido Ferro Canale
The extreme facility of the procedures was the solution contrived by Pope Francis to readmit the divorced and remarried to communion. But not everything is working out as planned. A commentary by the canonist Guido Ferro Canale
Monday, January 04, 2016
From Sr. Vassa for the New Year
"A 2-minute, New Year's reflection, on letting go and letting God, hosted by Dr. Sr. Vassa Larin of the University of Vienna in Austria."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Sunday, January 3, 2016
"Don't miss the award-winning New Year episode of Sister Vassa, featuring Saint Basil the Great and other puzzling, non-orthodox phenomena."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Saturday, January 2, 2016
Charismatic Theology
"Protopresbyter Emmanuel Klapsis, US, speaks on relationships among Charismatic and Academic Theology"
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Sunday, January 3, 2016
Related:
"In this divine-human communion, man is enriched and in this he has his point of reference, which guides him and keeps him unabated on the path of truth which was revealed by Christ."
Posted by Orthodox Christian Network on Sunday, January 3, 2016
Sunday, January 03, 2016
Saturday, January 02, 2016
Friday, January 01, 2016
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