HOLY SILENCE

Elisha was a prophet (9th c. BC Israel) and one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament (cf. 1 and 2 Kings). He was the disciple and successor of prophet Elijah. When Elijah was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elisha received a "double portion" of Elijah's spirit and inherited his prophetic mission. Elisha's ministry is marked by miracles, more than almost any other Old Testament figure. Among the best known: Purifying a spring of bad water at Jericho with salt.

Confession helps you navigate life, love, sin, and salvation. Here's how: Read: The origin of the Sacrament of Confession is rooted in John 20:22-23 where Christ gives the Apostles the authority to forgive sins. In Orthodox theology and spirituality, Confession (also known as the Mystery or Sacrament of Repentance) is understood as a vital means of spiritual healing and reconciliation with God, self, and others. Keep in mind that confession is not merely a legal transaction.

The Lord rejoices in all those who choose to come to the table; that is, to know, love, and serve Him, and to partake of the Sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation, Communion, Confession, Anointing, Marriage, and Ordination. This is, in great measure, what it means to say "yes" to God. But this "yes" also means taking the harder way. It means rejecting idols and choosing God over anyone and everyone else, including family members and friends. God first and always! The Sunday of A

We are not alone! On this day of Pentecost, we are reminded that God ... the Holy Spirit ... lives amongst us and leads us to live the lives we were meant to live. This mystical relationship is given to us out of pure love, through the sacraments, and by our deep desire to repent and be close to Him. So, go into your room ... be alone in your spiritual mind and spiritual heart ... seek God ... hope for an eternity with Him! Pray in peace, and for peace. Celebrate today and fo

A short reflection to help you deepen your relationship with the Holy Spirit. Read: "[He] charged them ... to wait for the promise of the Father ... you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit" (Acts 1:4-5). "All these with one accord devoted themselves to prayer ..." (Acts 1:14). "[You] shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses ... to the end of the earth" (Acts 1:8). Ponder: What makes spiritual waiting so difficult for me? Do

The relationship within the Trinity, as well as the relationship between the Trinity and us is so deeply mystical, so deeply personal, and so deeply loving, that it is almost impossible to describe. That is why we must experience it too. During His earthly life, Christ interceded for the sick, the suffering, the unbelieving, even the dead. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit do that for us, in our times too. So let us encourage each other to be personally vigilant when i