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Dec 2023
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The Holy Zeal of St. Nicholas the Wonder...

Readings from Saints of Holy Orthodoxy
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<p>An examination of an important part of the holy personality of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker of Myra in Lycia, his great love and zeal for Christ and His Church. Archbishop Averky was a righteous shepherd of the 20th century who served as Abbot of the Holy Trinity Monastery and Rector of Holy Trinity Seminary in Jordanville, NY. He was spiritual son of t ... Show More
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