For all my spiritual children, struggling with prayer is nothing new, nor unusual. Persist. Persevere. Pray. by Abbot Tryphon Our relationship with God does not require an emotional response When we find ourselves struggling with prayer, and feel that it has become dry and lifeless, we are … [Read more...]
Therapeutic Medicine
The Medicine found within the Holy Orthodox Church by Abbot Tryphon One medicine for the heart found within the Orthodox Church, is the use of a "Prayer Rule." This "Rule" is of the utmost importance, for the Prayer Rule helps develop the discipline we all need to progress spiritually. It is one … [Read more...]
Reverence in Church
by Abbot Tryphon God’s house is entered with awe and fear. We must practice reverence in the temple, whether during services or when we step into the church to light a candle and venerate the holy icons. The temple is the place set apart for the worship of the Holy Trinity and is the place where … [Read more...]
