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8. The Revised Divine Liturgy

Re: Soon to be 3 new bishops for ROCOR by Slavipodvizhnik Today at 09:07 AM

Blahoslovie chesnoi Otyets!

Of course, there is nothing wrong with praying for the salvation of Russia, and the whole world. But this particular prayer specifically prays for release from the "cruel Godless ones", implying the communists.

Re: The term "Orthodox" by A Simple Sinner Today at 08:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Stephanie KotyuhDon't say the "o" word too loud, you might get a nasty-gram from the Bishop. One priest in the Eparchy of Parma received a letter telling him to stop using the word "orthodox" and use the phrase "true faith

Re: Assurance of Genuine Contrition by Edmac Today at 05:48 AM

From a Prayer Before Communion of Simeon the New Theologian:

"Having now recourse unto Thee with a contrite soul, I know,
O my Savior,that no man hath so sinned against Thee as I have,
no other man hath wrought deeds such as I h

7. Prayer

Re: Father Matthew Berko by Father Deacon Kenneth Today at 05:29 AM

Christos Voskrese!

Here is the obituary for +Fr. Berko.

Fr. Deacon Ken Ellis
St. Paul the Apostle Orthodox Church
Freehold, NJ
http://www.stpaul-freehold.com

At his residence in St. Petersburg, Fl

8. The Revised Divine Liturgy

Having Some Trouble with EWTN Audio by ebed melech Today at 05:19 AM

I was trying to access these talks, but have not had any luck! Is anyone else having any issues?

http://www.ewtn.com/vondemand/audio/seriessearchprog.asp?seriesID=6613&T1=priesthood

I'd like to be able to download them to my iPo

Re: The term "Orthodox" by Serge Keleher Today at 04:29 AM

Dear Tim,

Christ is Risen!

If it will make you feel any better, you might enjoy knowing that linguistic one-upsmanship is a game at which many can play. ["You don't speak Syro-Aramaic? Didn't you go to school?"] Since no one c

8. The Revised Divine Liturgy

Re: Questions on Fr. Keleher's "Studies on the Byzantine Liturgy by Serge Keleher Today at 04:25 AM

Christ is Risen!

The Blessing of the Lord!

Dear Tim,

Your compliments are welcome and appreciated. Just returned from Athens yesterday and am in the throes of writing some materials on other matters, but will do wh

7. Prayer

Father Matthew Berko by Serge Keleher Today at 04:23 AM

I'm not sure of the exact date or medical details, but a week or so ago Mitred Archpriest Matthew Berko fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers.

Christ is Risen!

Fr. Serge

3. Parish Life and Evangelization

Re: Eastern Catholic churches in Jacksonville, FL by Serge Keleher Today at 04:20 AM

Do try the Syriac Catholic parish - there are less than 10 in the entire USA, so the chance to experience it close to home (so to speak) is worth taking. And let us know how you find it. Their cathedral in Cairo has lovely icons.

Fr. Serg

Re: Huge Chalices by Serge Keleher Today at 04:16 AM

I'll check and see if I can find some web-sites for the purpose.

Fr. Serge

Re: "Ecclesial Unity" of Mar Bawai's Flock by Irish Melkite Today at 04:15 AM

Originally Posted By: Chtec Originally Posted By: Michael_Thoma...the Eastern Syriac Churches normally wear a stole over the black cassock, if a stole is worn at all.

Well, I would expect that, but it looks like the priests are

Re: A Joint Service by Clerics of ROCOR and MP by Serge Keleher Today at 04:14 AM

The phrase Quote: a ceremonial Divine Liturgy caught my eye. Can anyone explain what it means? Does any non-ceremonial Divine Liturgy exist (apart from prison-camp conditions)?

My second thought is to offer warm congratulations

Re: Soon to be 3 new bishops for ROCOR by Serge Keleher Today at 04:04 AM

Dear Elizabeth Maria,

Christ is Risen! And thanks for your support. In the words of a short prayer that I'm still fond of, "Savior of the world, save Russia!"

The Blessing of the Lord!

Fr. Serge

4. East-N-West

Re: Welcome to "Rites" by Irish Melkite Today at 04:02 AM

The piece was authored by Father Hal Stockert - the giveaway is the nick - The Avatar - which he used for a long time (still does, last I knew). It appears, either in entirety or part, at a few places on the net and has for years

Many year

Re: Queen Elizabeth in Istanbul by Elizabeth Maria Today at 01:23 AM

A hat is not a scarf. A Russian scarf would have worked too, but that might have cause irritation.

I do think that it is an ethnic thing. I have seen Russian women wearing middle-eastern type of scarves that drape like those shown in the m

3. Parish Life and Evangelization

Re: Queen Elizabeth in Istanbul by Michael_Thoma Today at 01:02 AM

Why did she have to wear a headscarf? Islam's code says "head covering", she was already wearing a hat. Why did she have to remove a hat and wear a scarf? Do only Middle Eastern styles of headgear fulfill the requirement?

Re: Unity service at St. Thomas Church by Anthony Garia Today at 12:58 AM

Dear Ghosty,

You are absolutely right. He is a bishop and it is his position/active role that is still to be determined. He will not need to be re-ordained.

There was an announcement that H.G. Mar Bawai would be taking on a te

Re: The Book of Needs by Edward Yong Today at 12:52 AM

how exactly do you define 'valid'?

4. East-N-West

Re: Welcome to "Rites" by Mykhayl Today at 12:09 AM

X. B! (Christ is risen!)
C. I. X! (Glory to Jesus Christ)

How did I miss the explanation of the Western ROMAN SLAVONIC Rite? Admittedly I skimmed.

Re: The Book of Needs by stormshadow Yesterday at 10:57 PM

I meant "valid" purely from a Byzantine Catholic standpoint, and not Orthodox. That is all. Thanks again.

The deacon's role? by Philippe Gebara Yesterday at 10:10 PM

Does the deacon perform some role besides his common one in the Divine Liturgy? Like preaching, conducting services without consecration...

Re: Queen Elizabeth in Istanbul by Elizabeth Maria Yesterday at 09:54 PM

Yes, the queen has been placed in a very tough situation.

If she smiles, then she could be accused of disrespect in a house of worship. If she frowns (too much) the same accusations could be made. I think she handles herself well.

Re: Queen Elizabeth in Istanbul by Alice Yesterday at 09:24 PM

Here is a story:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7397544.stm

Here is a photo of her in the mosque...she does NOT look like a happy camper!! LOL!

http://www.islamonline.net/servlet/Satel...d=1209357625265