by St. Barsanuphius of Optina“Prayer in church is important. The best thoughts and feelings come in church, yes, and the enemy attacks more violently in church, but with the sign of the Cross and the Jesus Prayer, you drive him away. It is good to stand in some dark corner in church and to pray to … [Read more...]
Did Orthodox Christians Applaud During Sermons?
In case you were wondering, yes - Orthodox Christians used to applaud regularly during the sermon at Constantinople. Yes, they did. And the admonitions of this piece from the Golden-mouth apply likewise to preachers, and listeners, today.by St. John ChrysostomIt is this that ruins churches, that you … [Read more...]
Conditions Favorable for Preaching Well
by Humbert of RomansAmong the conditions favorable for preaching well, freedom from all other occupations must take first place. That is why the Apostles assigned the care of the table to the deacons, in order that they could devote themselves more freely to preaching, saying:“It is not desirable … [Read more...]
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