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January 23, 2012 By Fr. John A. Peck

Stand Fast and Watch

by St. John Maximovitch Stand fast on spiritual watch, because you don't know when the Lord will call you to Himself. In your earthly life be ready at any moment to give Him an account. Beware that the enemy does not catch you in his nets, that he not deceive you causing you to fall into … [Read more...]

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December 15, 2011 By Fr. John A. Peck

On The Divine Gifts

by St. Simeon the New Theologian Brethren and fathers, How great is the condescension and the love of God toward men! Before the unutterable goodness of God I am struck with amazement, I am filled with wonder. So I cry out, “O wondrous miracle, power of God’s commandments, how they change … [Read more...]

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December 8, 2011 By Fr. John A. Peck

On Attentiveness When Listening to the Readings

by St. John Chrysostom From Homily 58 on The Gospel of John. "If a man should come here with earnestness - even though he does not read the Scriptures at home - and if he pays attention to what is said here, within the space of even one year he will be able to  obtain  a  considerable  … [Read more...]

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