The saints of the Orthodox Faith are ancient and modern, and their narratives are true sources of encouragement to all. Our saints are revered not for being perfect but for striving toward perfection: pursuing an authentic and full relationship with God. The brief entries offered here each month highlight just some of these “saintly lives,” hopefully opening a window of heavenly inspiration for our youth. At the close of each entry, there is a final thought entitled “Getting Practical,” which offers parents, grandparents and other caregivers a suggestion or two for bringing each saintly life “to life” in your home.

 

 

 

FOR YOUR HOME

“For indeed a house is a little church.”  --Saint John Chrysostom, Homily 20   

We hope this page provides some inspiration and ideas in guiding our families closer and closer to our Lord—specifically, in bringing the life of the Church into our homes, just as Saint John suggested. To this end, each month an activity, reflection or idea will be offered by a youth leader or other member of our parish family. Hopefully, these submissions will give parents, grandparents and other caregivers something spiritually enriching to do with our youth, whether we have 5 minutes or a few hours to spare. The monthly offerings will include such topics as coming feasts, the seasons and coping with the challenges presented by COVID-19.  

Enjoy! And please contact Fr. Alex to offer your own submission for a coming month. 

For Your Home