The Saint Euphrosynos Cafe

so the ROCOR was never truly a True Orthodox Synod. There were plenty of things happening on all sides so don't let yourself get side-swiped by cradle Greek old calendarists that think they are the only true Orthodox Church. Get ALL the facts. ROCOR was a True Orthodox Synod and there is St. Metrop...

His statement sounds solid, but he still bows down to the ruling. He's a man that sits on the fence. Luke-warm. He's playing his cards close to his chest, but I won't be surprised if he one day gives in altogether. Either that or he will resign because they will oust him out. It truly is the end of ...

Handmaiden, I'm sorry for the late reply. But, the most essential vow that would need to be proclaimed by the catechumen (candidate) is the Nicene Creed. If you believe every word of this Creed, then you are ready. Everything else is just a confirmation of the Creed. I hope you are still considering...

Good that a prestigious physician should say that. However, it is not a question of "counseling" in my opinion, which will not have any effect whatsoever. Rather wouldn't you think that this suicidal tendency is due to possession by heavy evil demons ? Demons want to destroy as many peopl...

Reading these posts reminds me of the Gospel reading for today ( June 9/May 27) Matthew 7:15-21 "Beware of false prophets who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits..." The Holy Fathers warn that many may speak the faith, ...

Christ is Risen! We should prepare with great care and approach with fear as the priest says when he comes out with the Holy Chalice. We are approaching the Body and Blood of Christ. If you want to go every Sunday then confession and fasting is absolutely required. I don't understand this liberal at...