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PRISON SCIENCE 101: Selections from the Gulag Archipelago
June 24, 2025 | Aleksandr I. Solzhenitsyn
“If only the defendants had first been taught some prison science!” wrote Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. Here is the science he could have used.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
THE HEART: The instrument unknown to science
By Saint Luke of Simferopol and Crimea. St. Luke the Surgeon tells us that the only instrument that enables us to know spiritual worlds and acquire the highest knowledge is “the heart”.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
On Faith and Science
St. Anthony’s Monastery in Arizona refused to carry "The Heavenly Banquet", our book on the Divine Liturgy. Why? Because, according to them, the Theory of Evolution is…un-Orthodox!
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
THE HEART: The instrument unknown to science
By Saint Luke of Simferopol and Crimea. St. Luke the Surgeon tells us that the only instrument that enables us to know spiritual worlds and acquire the highest knowledge is “the heart”.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
On Faith and Science
St. Anthony’s Monastery in Arizona refused to carry "The Heavenly Banquet", our book on the Divine Liturgy. Why? Because, according to them, the Theory of Evolution is…un-Orthodox!
THE NEED FOR CATECHIZING GOD’S PEOPLE
May 17, 2025 | Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios talks about the catechism of the early Christians, the implications of not being catechized, and what it means to be a shepherd.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
A MODEL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
April 12, 2025 | Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios
St. Paul shows us the way to have internal rest, meaning in life, inexpressible joy, and the God of peace within. Elder Athanasios explains “Whatever is…”
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
THE ICON: ITS IMPORTANCE TO ORTHODOXY
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios explains how the “icon issue” is the most important issue in Orthodoxy, how icons are miracle-working, and how life is an icon.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
THE ICON: ITS IMPORTANCE TO ORTHODOXY
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios explains how the “icon issue” is the most important issue in Orthodoxy, how icons are miracle-working, and how life is an icon.
THE MUTE AND DEAF SPIRIT AND THE NEW GENERATION
March 28, 2025 | Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios
Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios explains how so many young people today arrived at being controlled by Satan, and tells parents what they can do about it.
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
Our Compassionate Father
February 14, 2025 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis invites you to turn your gaze to our God, to contemplate the kind of God we have. (Sunday of the Prodigal Son/Compassionate Father).
On Faith and Science
St. Anthony’s Monastery in Arizona refused to carry "The Heavenly Banquet", our book on the Divine Liturgy. Why? Because, according to them, the Theory of Evolution is…un-Orthodox!
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
On Faith and Science
St. Anthony’s Monastery in Arizona refused to carry "The Heavenly Banquet", our book on the Divine Liturgy. Why? Because, according to them, the Theory of Evolution is…un-Orthodox!
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
FREEDOM AND EXISTENCE
February 14, 2025 | Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios comments on St. Paul’s words: “Everything is allowed to me, but not everything is beneficial…” (Sunday of the Prodigal Son)
Jesus Christ: Our prototype of FREEDOM
To be “free” is usually thought of as having the option to do anything at any time. Real freedom is when doing evil is not an option.
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
THE MUTE AND DEAF SPIRIT AND THE NEW GENERATION
Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios explains how so many young people today arrived at being controlled by Satan, and tells parents what they can do about it.
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
Jesus Christ: Our prototype of FREEDOM
To be “free” is usually thought of as having the option to do anything at any time. Real freedom is when doing evil is not an option.
THE DENIAL OF PENTECOST IS CALLED “GLOBALIZATION”
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios prophetically warns that the rejection of Pentecost, which is globalization and ecumenism, will bring the world to its end.
THE MUTE AND DEAF SPIRIT AND THE NEW GENERATION
Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios explains how so many young people today arrived at being controlled by Satan, and tells parents what they can do about it.
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
KOLOKOTRONIS’ SPEECH TO STUDENTS AT THE PNYX
February 3, 2025 | Theodoros Kolokotronis
Theodoros Kolokotronis, leader of the 1821 Greek War of Independence, and an Orthodox Christian of deep faith, talks to students at the Pynx in 1838.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
A MODEL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
St. Paul shows us the way to have internal rest, meaning in life, inexpressible joy, and the God of peace within. Elder Athanasios explains “Whatever is...”
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
A MODEL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
St. Paul shows us the way to have internal rest, meaning in life, inexpressible joy, and the God of peace within. Elder Athanasios explains “Whatever is...”
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
THE PERSECUTION OF THE PIOUS
February 3, 2025 | Elder Athanasios Mitilinaios
Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios affirms that persecutions always follow those who live a pious life, and shows us how the persecuted control the persecutors.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE ECUMENICAL PATRIARCH
January 19, 2025 | Fr. Epiphanios Theodoropoulos
An appeal to the Ecumenical Patriarch to turn back from attempting to unite with the Roman Catholics, only to divide the united Orthodox (1964).
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
PATRIARCH BARTHOLOMEW SOLD OUT HIS BROTHER
Protopresbyter John Diotis presents the Patriarch’s own words which show that he stabbed Metropolitan Onuphry and the canonical Ukranian Church in the back.
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
PATRIARCH BARTHOLOMEW SOLD OUT HIS BROTHER
Protopresbyter John Diotis presents the Patriarch’s own words which show that he stabbed Metropolitan Onuphry and the canonical Ukranian Church in the back.
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
PROCLAMATION of Mt. Athos
January 19, 2025 | Dr. Alexandre Kalomiros
An appeal by the Monks of Mt. Athos to the Ecumenical Patriarch to cease from following his pro-uniate activities, 1964.
Kerygma and Martyria: Two sides of the same coin
Usage of the terms kerygma and martyria, particularly in ecumenical dialogues is problematic. We offer a brief explanation of what these terms really mean.
A clear picture of Ecumenism
What is ecumenism? The pan-heresy that threatens to destroy the Church is explained in this article.
“We shall not deny you, beloved Orthodoxy”
The struggle against heresies is not finished. Today the insidious heresy of Ecumenism, like Iconoclasm, threatens to completely destroy the Church.
Dialogue, coexistence, penetration, subversion
Be careful who you bring into your home and who you establish relationships with. There are people who wish your destruction. Baiting has become a science.
Kerygma and Martyria: Two sides of the same coin
Usage of the terms kerygma and martyria, particularly in ecumenical dialogues is problematic. We offer a brief explanation of what these terms really mean.
A clear picture of Ecumenism
What is ecumenism? The pan-heresy that threatens to destroy the Church is explained in this article.
“We shall not deny you, beloved Orthodoxy”
The struggle against heresies is not finished. Today the insidious heresy of Ecumenism, like Iconoclasm, threatens to completely destroy the Church.
Dialogue, coexistence, penetration, subversion
Be careful who you bring into your home and who you establish relationships with. There are people who wish your destruction. Baiting has become a science.