Word Magazine April 1990 Page 4-5 THE PRIEST AND HIS RELIGION by Archpriest Michael Baroudy, of blessed memory The Priest and his Religion is a topic of a considerable challenge to the priest himself, because the priest represents, in a particular and peculiar sense, the intents and purposes of religion. For religion is the vocation [...]
Word Magazine April 1993 Page 7-8 THE PRIEST IN THE PARISH SETTING by Bishop ISAIAH of Denver We are living at a time in human history in which many long standing teachings and traditions have been distorted, not to say changed. It is not inaccurate to believe that in our day men are lovers of [...]
The Word, June 1982, Page 7-8 THE PRIESTHOOD: A Joy of the Soul by Father Basil Essey The revolution in transportation and communication, and the surge of people around the globe make today one of the most exciting epochs in human history. However, great technological achievements can lead us to self-reliance. We become blind to [...]
Word Magazine January 1959 Page 6 A FRIENDLY LETTER TO A CANDIDATE FOR THE PRIESTHOOD As written by the late Serbian Bishop Nicholai Velimirovich You are young, and as such are exposed to many worldly temptations. But be steadfast, and know that the Lord has chosen you “from the womb of thy mother” and dedicated [...]
الصفحة الرئيسية المطران إيماننا وعقيدتنا جديد في الموقع Word Magazine February 1965 Page 10-11 A LETTER TO A FUTURE PRIEST By FatherAlexander Schmemann Dear Friend: You inform me that in a few days you will be ordained and you ask me about the details of the ordination service. I will not speak here of the [...]
Word Magazine June 1982 Page 30 A PRIEST FOREVER By Father James C. Meena The Priesthood is a mystical and spiritual vocation. For Orthodox Christians generally, the Priesthood is looked upon with reverence and respect. We can say without fear of contradiction that the title, “Father”, has a particular significance for us as Orthodox Christians [...]
AN OPEN LETTER TO MY PARISH My Dear People: Here are some carefully considered suggestions which will help me to be a better pastor. 1. Sunday service times are important to both you and me. Before Liturgy, feel free to share your critical needs but do not approach me with non-essential problems before I go [...]
Word Magazine March 1991 Page 9 – 10 A CRY FOR COOPERATION (Part 3 of a four part series) Clergy Burnout by Dr. Peter M. Kalellis Many clergy become familiar with stress in their ministry. Even before the term “burnout” was in vogue, some priests experienced symptoms of excessive stress. My first year as a [...]
Clergy of The Church What Is A Bishop? ". . . I remind you to stir up the gift of God which is in you by the laying on of my hand"(2 Timothy 1:6). In our technological age, it is often difficult for Orthodox Christians to have a full appreciation of the office of bishop. [...]
Word Magazine February 1961 Page 9 CRITICIZING THE CLERGY Re-printed by courtesy of THE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX JOURNAL August, 1958 A young priest who recently took over his first parish was rudely shocked one day when he heard members of his Orthodox Catholic flock engaging in biting gossip. Even loyal and fervent Orthodox Catholics sometimes catch [...]