The Liturgical Arts Academy – Apply March 20
BYZANTINE CHANT & ICONOGRAPHY August 17 - 23, 2025 at The Diakonia Retreat Center in Salem SC Apply Online - begining March 20 To apply to one of the Academies, please complete the application form and submit the requested audio or art samples. The application will be posted on our website on March 20. Admission is [...]
High School Alumni search to Join St. Demetrios, Astoria Contact List
March 10, 2025 Dear Friends in Christ, St. Demetrios Church and School in Astoria, NY has been a pillar of our Archdiocese, supporting countless individuals and families over the years. Now, it’s time for us to come together in support of this beloved parish. We are trying to compile an alumni contact list for Saint [...]
Special Needs Orthodox Ministry
March 10, 2025 Dear Reverend Fathers and Parish Council Presidents, As Orthodox Christians, we are especially called during this sacred season to share Christ’s love and mercy with those around us. It is a joy to introduce you to the Special Needs Ministry, “Like a Daisy,” under the Archdiocesan District. This remarkable ministry serves [...]
Get Equipped for Lent: Free Resources Inside!
NATIONAL Y2AM MINISTRY UPDATE MARCH 2025 Beloved in Friends in Christ, As we embark on the sacred journey of Great and Holy Lent, let us take to heart the words of St. Paul: “Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness” (1 Timothy 4:7). Lent is a season of spiritual training, a time to refocus our [...]
Family Matters Podcast: Navigating Online: Potential & Protection for Families
In our latest episode, Fr. Alex speaks with Theo Nikolakis, CIO of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, on positive internet usage, child safety, and related software for families.Listen here: https://www.ancientfaith.com/.../navigating_online.../
Introducing Kids Sunday Sermon Series for our little learners!
KIDS SUNDAY SERMON SERIES LAUNCHED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (DRE) The Department of Religious Education (DRE) is excited to introduce the Kids Sunday Sermon Series, an easy-to-download weekly sermon resource designed for children in grades K to 3 or older. Based on the upcoming Sunday Gospel reading, each sermon is crafted to help children engage with scripture, learn about [...]
“And when you fast….”
“When you fast…” (MT 6:16) A Reflection before Great Lent Father George Parsenios, PhD What appears to happen in the Passion of Christ and what actually happens are not at all the same. What appears to happen is not that extraordinary. The Romans crucified a Jewish man in order to keep public order. During their long rule [...]
