Author: Dn. Nicholas Park

Russian version here. Beloved brothers and sisters, For the last two Sundays we have heard about the path of faith, and today the Lord Himself speaks about this path. For if we truly believe in Him, then we must necessarily follow Him, and He says to the people: “Whoever will come after me, let him… Continue reading The Path of the Cross

(What follows in a quick translation of a sermon written in Russian. The original is posted here.)   In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Beloved brothers and sisters, today the Holy Church celebrates the feast of the Triumph of Orthodoxy, the victory of the Orthodox Faith over all heresies, and… Continue reading The Path of Faith

If we are saved by grace, through faith (Eph 2:8), why is an effort of our will required? Our works do not save us, but we cannot be saved without works. This is a paradox to many, who feel the need to deny the truth of one statement or the other. A full understanding of… Continue reading St. Maximos the Confessor, Chapters on Love

The text below is a wonderful homily by Fr. David Moser explaining, on the basis of today's scripture readings, why "Lord, have mercy!" is the essential Christian prayer. Source: http://stseraphimboise.org/homily.html 1 Timothy 1:15-17 Luke 18:35-43 “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief … for this reason I obtained… Continue reading “Lord, have mercy!”