by St. Symeon of Thessaloniki (ca. 1381-1429) With the resignation of Pope Benedict, it is a good time to review a few important ideas with regard to the Bishop of Rome. First, the Orthodox affirm Papal Primacy, but reject Papal Supremacy. We should not contradict the Latins when they say … [Read more...]
In Praise of Ss. Peter & Paul
by St. John Chrysostom The following selected passages are from St John Chrysostom's final homily on St Paul's Epistle to the Romans. "The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen." (Romans 16:24) See how we should begin and end everything? For with this St Paul laid the foundation of … [Read more...]