Cathedral Complex with St. Mark Cathedral on Right Islamic Attack on Coptic Cathedral On Sunday, April 7th, Egypt’s Coptic Christians suffered yet another attack by fanatical Islamists. Following the funeral for a number of Coptic Christians who were attacked and killed after Muslims accused some Coptic children of having written

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Spiritual Work and Physical Work The compartmentalization of the work week can wreak havoc on the inner life. It is easier to keep your prayers, spiritual reading, and focus on Christ, reserved for the weekend. Like so many, you struggle to keep spiritually grounded while at work. So many jobs

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Pettiness is the Enemy of Clergy Pettiness is that sickness of the heart that can lead some clergy to constantly be on the lookout for anyone who might offend them. Ready at a moment’s notice, they are poised to confront the offender. Such clergy build up their low self-esteem by

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The Unity and Continuity of the Church is Found in Her Bishops Gathering together for the celebration of the Church’s Divine Services is that great moment in the life of the People of God that brings together both heaven and earth. In these services we are mystically transported to a

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Giving of Ourselves over to The Noonday Demon There are times when we are tempted by what has been called the Noonday Demon, and give ourselves over to depression.  This tendency can often find life in an almost chronic habit of complaining. We complain about our health to the extent

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