Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay I took notice of my children's capacity to focus at both the Catholic Mass and Greek Orthodox Divine Liturgy. This may seem like such a small thing to take note of but it stuck out like a sore thumb to me. Their ability to focus at the Catholic one was … Continue reading Worried About The Spiritual Resoluteness Of My Son’s In The Catholic Church
Tag: conversion
The Grass Is Definitely Greener On The Other Side
Image by Bessi from Pixabay It seems to be a theme among those who hear about my conversion to Orthodoxy. All my Orthodox, Catholic and Protestant friends say to me, "You know, the grass isn't always greener on the other side." They are, of course, referring to my leap from Rome across the Bosporus to … Continue reading The Grass Is Definitely Greener On The Other Side
Destined To Be Greek Orthodox
2 years ago while on the island of Rhodes I paid a visit to the monastery of Tsambika. While there I went into the monastery shop. We bought some incense and an icon of Saint Matrona of Moscow. We were being served by a Russian lady and because my wife speaks Russian they had some … Continue reading Destined To Be Greek Orthodox
Bad Company Can Destroy An Individual
What happens when you want a new look? You go into your wardrobe, take all of yesterdays clothes hanging there and get rid of them, right? Same thing when seeking out a new way of life. In you go to your list of friends and relations and sever the relationship. You may not be able … Continue reading Bad Company Can Destroy An Individual
It’s Important For Catholics To Engage With The World
Image by stokpic from Pixabay Catholic Christians have created their own subcultural underground communities. I suppose underground isn't quite the right word for it as everything they do is with a view to reaching the general public but it's a close description. While the Holy Spirit can make an impact anywhere in the world with … Continue reading It’s Important For Catholics To Engage With The World
The Holy Saint Who Who Said ”Fuck” All The Time.
Image by Joshua Miranda from Pixabay Liam grew up in the roughest part of town. Being born into such unfavorable circumstances was not his fault at all. Despite all this he absorbed the culture around him. By age 11 he was watching porn, smoking drugs and listening to Hip Hop music with the most vile … Continue reading The Holy Saint Who Who Said ”Fuck” All The Time.
Focus On Your Relationship With Christ Not Catholic Teaching
Bit of a shocking headline but before you petition the Bishop to excommunicate me let me explain. Over a decade ago when I was a young many in my very early 20's I had a conversion. It rocked not just my world but of those of my family and the friends close to me. It … Continue reading Focus On Your Relationship With Christ Not Catholic Teaching
Corny Churchy Stuff That Scatters Not Gathers
Image by Alberto Adán from Pixabay To a person knee deep in a culture that promotes self esteem, egoism and the importance of looking cool in front ones friends, the Church looks corny and off putting. When they hear a four chord pop song of a man with a soft voice singing, "Oh Jesus loves … Continue reading Corny Churchy Stuff That Scatters Not Gathers
DEATHBED CONVERSION MIRACLES FROM ST. BENEDICT’S MEDAL
DEATHBED CONVERSION MIRACLES VIA THE ST. BENEDICT'S MEDAL MIRACLE 1On the 14th of March, 1859, a pious layman happened to meet a priest in the street, who was very distressed about a young man of seventeen who had come home from Paris so ill, that the doctor was of the opinion that he could not … Continue reading DEATHBED CONVERSION MIRACLES FROM ST. BENEDICT’S MEDAL
When Catholic’s Say They Want More Spirituality, Don’t Believe Them
My grandfather had a friend in World War II who was crossing a river in Japan. His friend was a great violinist, and my grandfather great at the harmonica. They would sing and play their instruments around the campfire, such as their joy for their music. One day, as they journeyed across a deep river in the jungle, a choice for his friend arose.
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