The Nativity Fast
By Fr. Stavros N. Akrotirianakis In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was upon the face of the deep; and the Spirit of God was moving over the … Read More
Akathist of Thanksgiving (Part 3)
Kontakion 3 Every flower is fragrant through the power of the Holy Spirit, in a delicate flow of aroma and tenderness of color; the beauty of the Great contained in what is small. Praise and honor to God, Who gives … Read More
The Jesse Tree
Consider putting up a Root of Jesse Tree this year for the Nativity Fast. It represents the family tree of Jesus Christ, from creation, through the Old Testament, to the coming of the Messiah. The tree is named after Jesse, … Read More
Akathist of Thanksgiving (Part 2)
Kontakion 2 O Lord, how good it is to be Thy guest! Fragrant wind, mountains reaching into the sky, waters like boundless mirrors reflecting golden rays and light clouds. All nature whispereth mysteriously, full of caresses, and the birds and … Read More
Akathist of Thanksgiving (Part 1)
Recently, I have found God to be so good to me and I am thankful for what He has done for me. With that in mind, I’d like to share with you all the Akathist of Thanksgiving – a beautiful … Read More
Forgive them, for they know not what they do
“Do we forgive our neighbors their trespasses? God also forgives us in His mercy. Do we refuse to forgive? God, too, will refuse to forgive us. As we treat our neighbors, so also does God treat us. The forgiveness, then, … Read More
Shrimp and Spaghetti Squash
Print Shrimp with Spaghetti Squash Rate this recipe 1 2 3 4 5 1 ratings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Author: Laura Sedor Yield: 4 Calories per serving: 199.32 kcal Fat per serving: … Read More
Cauliflower Potato Mash
Print Cauliflower Potato Mash Rate this recipe 1 2 3 4 5 1 ratings Category: Side Dish Author: Savory Magazine Yield: 6 Calories per serving: 75.28 kcal Fat per serving: 0.37 g Saturated fat per serving: 0.1 g Carbs per … Read More
Veggie-and-Shrimp Noodle Bowl
Print Veggie-and-Shrimp Noodle Bowl Rate this recipe 1 2 3 4 5 0 ratings Category: Main Dish Cuisine: Asian Author: Laura Sedor Yield: 6-8 Calories per serving: 243 Fat per serving: 1 Carbs per serving: 42 Protein per serving: 1 … Read More
Country “Meatloaf” with Golden Gravy
Print Country “Meatloaf” with Golden Gravy Rate this recipe 1 2 3 4 5 0 ratings Category: Main Dish Author: Laura Sedor Yield: 6-8 Calories per serving: 453.53 kcal Fat per serving: 21.24 g Saturated fat per serving: 3.26 g … Read More