<p>Bishop (then Hieromonk) Luke gives a firsthand account of the Glorification (Canonization) services of St. John Maximovitch of Shanghai & San Francisco (+1966).
Holy Hierarch John, pray to God for us!
Photo in thumbnail is from the 1994 Glorification services at Holy Virgin Cathedral in San Francisco.
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Nov 17
The Struggle Against the Passions - St. Paisios the Athonite
<p>St. Paisios provides guidance on fighting the sins and passions that plague us, and how to win the battle to receive a heavenly crown.A reading from Spiritual Counsels, Vol. V: Passions and Virtues by St. Paisios, p. 21-36📖 Spiritual Counsels, Vol. V: Passions and Virtues by ... Show More
26m 47s
Aug 2023
165 - Gifts of the Holy Spirit w/ John of St. Thomas & Cajetan Cuddy, O.P.
<p>Anyone who went through confirmation prep at some point learned the list of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. But most would struggle to define the gifts, especially the ones that sound a bit similar, like wisdom, knowledge, and understanding? The great 17th-century Thomisti ... Show More
1h 50m
Apr 2023
The “Sanctus” and Its Biblical Roots
Have you ever connected what we do at Mass to Sacred Scripture? Dr. Sri shares a glimpse into this by explaining the “Sanctus” or “Holy, Holy, Holy” and its Biblical roots. By understanding the Biblical roots of the Mass, we can more fully participate in the Sacred Liturgy.
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21m 34s
Mar 2023
The Leading of the Holy Spirit
<p dir="ltr">As believers, we’ve been given the Holy Spirit as a Helper, Teacher, Friend, and seal for the promised inheritance of eternal life with God. His presence, guidance, and wisdom in our lives are our greatest gifts while here on earth. Through him we have access to dire ... Show More
11m 46s