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St Elizabeth the New Martyr

July 08, 2024 by Destinie Winn

St Elizabeth the New Martyr is a beloved saint celebrated throughout the world, and we would consider her to be a modern-day saint as she was canonized into the Orthodox Church in by the Moscow Patriarchate of the Orthodox Church in 1992. In this guide you’ll find simple and easy ideas to celebrate the the Feast of St Elizabeth the New Martyr as a family - emphasis on easy! Activity suggestions, book recommendations, song links, and additional information so you can share his story and what this feast is all about!

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July 08, 2024 /Destinie Winn
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Orthodox Commonplace Book Kit

June 30, 2024 by Destinie Winn

Do you have a notebook for taking down quotes from Holy Fathers in your reading? Do you always have a book of Holy Fathers that you are reading, and can turn to in a moment of gloom? Start now - this is essential.” - Fr Seraphim Rose.

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June 30, 2024 /Destinie Winn
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The Nativity Fast begins this year on Saturday, November 15 in the Orthodox Church. It is one of 4 major fasting seasons in the year. This fast is an opportunity for us to prepare ourselves to celebrate the Nativity of our Lord in the flesh. It's con

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