Open Arms: Russian Orthodox Church in Thailand seen as welcoming, inclusive

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Open Arms: Russian Orthodox Church in Thailand seen as welcoming, inclusive

Parishioners come from various countries

At any Cost. A story

Viktoria Borimskaya

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At any Cost. A story

Viktoria Borimskaya

Maria had only the following words in her mind throughout the pregnancy: “I do not want a girl. I want another boy.” And also: “At any cost.” Even when Maria was already in the maternity hospital and the midwife asked her jokingly: “Who will we deliver: a girl?” Maria answered stubbornly: “No, only a boy!”

Faustian Dreams

Daniel Spaulding

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Homilies and Spiritual Instruction

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Faustian Dreams

Daniel Spaulding

Proud modern man pursues his Faustian deal with the technological Mephistopheles, hoping that he’ll be saved from death, or at the very least saved from the expansive boredom and emptiness of the modern world.

Council of Bishops of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA: Our Prayers are with the People of France

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Council of Bishops of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA: Our Prayers are with the People of France

As we now pause to remember the lost lives of so many innocent victims, let us also remember the great acts of self-sacrifice, heroism, and compassion that will never be forgotten, as so many offered their lives for the safety and well being of others.

''Let us be human!''

The words of Patriarch Pavle

''Let us be human!''
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''Let us be human!''

The words of Patriarch Pavle

The words of Patriarch Pavle are relevant today, and will be for years to come.