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  In our last Soak Up the Son for this summer, we learn about the Prophet Habakkuk and how we can find sure-footedness (like deer) in tough times through our trust in God! We had so much fun soaking up the son and walking with God through the Old Testament this year. Next summer we [...]

Make a Donation The Right Rev. Archimandrite +Fr. Duane Pederson+ Founder of Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM) Dear Fr. Harry — It is with joyful sorrow that I announce that the founder of Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry, Father Duane Pederson, has reposed in the Lord on July 20, 2022. A former leader in the Jesus [...]

  This week we learn about the Israelites and the Ten Commandments and how they trusted that God was guiding them to a better life after their exodus from Egypt even when it was inconvenient, they were tired, or it didn’t make sense to them at the time. To download the family journal guide visit: [...]

NEW YORK – The 46th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America concluded yesterday, July 7, 2022 after a packed final Plenary Session, during which various institutional organizations shared their progress and their vision for the next 100 years. Presenters included Hellenic College Holy Cross President George Cantonis, Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos [...]

I attended the Consecration & Hierarchical Divine Liturgy on behalf of our entire parish.  It was an extraordinary experience to be present for such a rare, historical and deeply meaningful event.  While most of us were outside, we followed worship through giant screens and large speakers.  Afterward we were allowed entrance to see the beauty [...]

  What does a joyful shout sound like to you? Is it a whoop! or a yay! or a loud laugh? This week on Soak Up the Son we talk about Psalm 88 and how we are called to walk in the light of the Lord's face with joyful noise. To download the family journal [...]

From channel 13 (PBS) - there is no question that children of all ages are growing up in a very stressful, competitive world that has profound consequences for all types of inner suffering.  This documentary promises to provide insight into what is happening right in our families, neighborhoods, schools, and churches. May the conversation open [...]

A group of us joining the Open House offered by Phil & Liz Costas to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their restaurant, Season’s Eats (Bank Street), on Thursday, June 23:  Many years to them, their faithful staff and loyal customers!- Fr. Harry