July 2, 2024 254 1 The Mountain that Bears the Lord’s Footprint The land where the Lord Jesus Christ lived and ministered—known as the Holy Land or Palestine—holds numerous sacred sites for Christians. One such site…
January 16, 2024 257 0 Unveiling the Mystery: The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord The approaching Feast of the Epiphany, in my view, vividly reveals the theme of God’s salvation of fallen humanity and the entire world. During…
January 1, 2024 674 1 Animals Witnessing the Nativity: Unraveling Their Mysterious Presence The ox, the donkey, the sheep — how did these humble creatures find their way to the manger in the cherished Nativity scene? This…
November 22, 2023 261 0 Best 105 Ideas for Christmas Presents 2023 Christmas, a cherished and eagerly awaited holiday, holds a special place in the hearts of people worldwide. Central to its celebration is the time-honoured…
March 3, 2023 585 0 Top 40 Easter Gifts for Your Family and Loved Ones Easter is the central and most ancient Christian feast. It has been a crucial event in the life of the Christian Church ever since…
October 14, 2022 184 0 The Bright Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God The bright feast of the Protection of the Mother of God! It is a witness to us of the great glory with which the…
September 27, 2022 125 0 The Holy Cross, the Foundation and Centrepiece of God’s Truth Many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. (Matthew 24:5) The church tradition tells us about a…
August 31, 2022 100 0 Why Is the Dormition Called a “Summer Easter”? Why do Christians celebrate the Dormition? What does it have in common with Easter? Answered by Archpriest Vladimir Shutov, Rector of the Holy Royal…
August 18, 2022 75 0 Transfiguration: a Prototype of Universal Glory The Transfiguration of the Lord is one of the most important holidays in the Orthodox Church. Three semantic meanings are intertwined in it so…
June 13, 2022 87 0 Day of the Holy Trinity. Pentecost When a traveller sees a distant ray of light in the night, he rejoices and directs his steps towards this light, not questioning from…