The following article is a reflection from a reader of the book, “The Forgotten Desert Mothers: Sayings, Lives, and Stories of Early Christian Women” which can be viewed and signed out at the Eparchy of Edmonton’s Resource Library for free. Sign Out...
In the Ukrainian Catholic Church, the veneration of icons (veneration of icons is the religious practice of showing deep respect, honour, and reverence towards sacred images or representations, through which believers establish a tangible connection with the divine,...
The 20th century, a time of great turmoil and conflict, was also a period that bore witness to countless acts of faith and sacrifice. Among the many brave souls who lived during this time, one man’s story continues to inspire us today – Blessed Vasyl...
1. Entering into Solitude for Prayer In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught us to pray privately and in seclusion, urging us to go into our room and close the door. The spiritual Fathers often explained this teaching as an encouragement to focus inwardly. It means...
1. Prayer with the Psalms Praying with the words of Holy Scripture has been done since ancient times. One type of this prayer is the psalms, found in the old testament of the Bible, which serve as a guide and a way to learn how to pray. The psalms are spiritual songs...
