Author Archives: orthodoxeastleigh
Sufferings
Friends I lead a good life, a moral life, a Christian life. I go to Church, I pray, I serve others and I give to the poor. And when the slightest thing goes against me—the supermarket doesn’t have the product … Continue reading
Christ is the centre—Sunday of Orthodoxy
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen. I have discovered Christ and his Church, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ, and I rejoice, I am thankful and I … Continue reading
This is eternal life
Lenten Message of our Father in Christ,Metropolitan Silouan Dear Very Reverend and Reverend Fathers and beloved faithful of our God-protected Archdiocese Grace, peace and mercy from our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ be upon you all. “If you forgive men … Continue reading
We forgive—Forgiveness Sunday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen. We forgive. We forgive because the Lord has commanded us to forgive, and as our Master we obey. We forgive not for … Continue reading
The Church is Community
Dear Friends “I have found the Church of God,” I say to myself, “I have discovered the true theology of God.” And I contemplate the Bible using the Fathers as a guide. I learn the canons so that I know … Continue reading
According to our actions—Sunday of the Last Judgement
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen. Over the last few Sundays, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ, the Lord has divided the world into two groups. We … Continue reading
Judgement
Dear Friends Chapter 25 of Matthew’s Gospel is a challenging read: it starts with the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins (verses 1–13) and the Parable of the Talents (verses 14–30). And they both start gently. Then the Kingdom … Continue reading
Return to the Father’s House—Sunday of the Prodigal Son
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen. Throughout our lives, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we make plans for the future. We want to study certain things at … Continue reading
Encounter Christ
Services this weekend (2nd–3rd March) NEW VENUE This weekend, and until further notice, our services will be held at. 3rd URC Scout HQKings RdChandlers FordSO53 2EY The Scout hall is behind and to the left of the URC Church. Parking … Continue reading
The God of Humility—Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen. I, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, was set in the Paradise of Delight yet I chose to eat of the fruit … Continue reading