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Watching for the Cloud
Seeing darkness, I watch the clouds build on the horizon. Assuming rain, I wait for the clouds to whip up the sea and the sand. What...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Apr 16, 20211 min read


Gazing Upon Still Waters
When I gaze upon the still waters, I feel the breeze of your loving insistence. When I gaze upon the still waters, I hear the calm from...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Mar 29, 20211 min read


The Water's Edge
I walk along the water’s edge, Aware that I live in liminal spaces. One foot seemingly on solid ground, Relying on what’s familiar....

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Mar 13, 20211 min read


This Woman is the Abode of Heaven
The Great Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos is the celebration of the presentation of Mary, the Mother of God, who was brought by...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Dec 4, 20201 min read


God Offers Us Transfiguration
The Divine nature of Jesus was revealed on Mt. Tabor; Peter, James. and John were transfigured because of it. These three Apostles saw...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Aug 19, 20201 min read


Get Rid of All Obstacles
During this time of isolation, I encourage you to learn more about your inner life with God. If you do so in all earnest, you will taste...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Apr 16, 20201 min read


A Prayer During Devastating Pestilence
His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia approved texts of prayerful supplications in view of the threat of the spreading...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Mar 28, 20201 min read


A Prayer for the Sick
You can help during this Covid-19 Pandemic. Pray for those who are sick and suffering. Here's a short and effective prayer you can use....

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Mar 27, 20201 min read


A Prayer for You When You're Sick
With all of the fear and concern about COVID-19, we encourage you to pray for your recover using this beautiful prayer below. Remember,...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Mar 26, 20201 min read


Feeling Vulnerable
There can be any number of reasons that we feel susceptible to emotional harm. Whether we recall experiences of the past that have taught...

Fr. Thomas Colyandro
Feb 27, 20201 min read

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