Archdiocese News
New Summer Course: "Finding the Fathers Through the Thought of C.S. Lewis"
St. Athanasius College's newest 5-week course will guide students on a journey "further up and further in," uncovering how Lewis's writing reflects timeless patristic themes like theosis, icons, sacraments, and salvation.
New Reliquary Enshrines Relics of St. Raphael of Brooklyn
Metropolitan Saba blesses the sacred container of the first bishop of the Archdiocese. The relics are available for veneration at the Antiochian Village.
The Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council
In the year 325, 318 bishops representing Christian Churches from various lands gathered together at Nicea to confront the heresy of Arianism. Among the assembled bishops were many confessors who had suffered during the persecutions, and who bore the marks of torture upon their bodies.
On the Interpretation of the Holy Bible, Part Three
"How does the Church determine the validity of an interpretation? By its acceptance in the mind of the Church and its consistency with the doctrine. If any interpretation contradicts the faith, the Church rejects it as a personal interpretation," Metropolitan Saba writes.
Jesus departed from the disciples and ascended into Heaven, being received by a shining cloud, indicating His divine majesty. Angels told them He would return one day in the same way.
Parish Life Conferences Begin Soon: Register Today!
Parish Life Conference season is just around the corner! Have you made your plans yet? Create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!
Metropolitan Saba Visits Northeasternmost Parish of Archdiocese
His Eminence celebrated the leave-taking of Holy Pascha at Ss. Peter and Paul Church of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
Letter From Metropolitan Saba Regarding Archdiocese Trustee Candidates
"I urge you to discern, from among your parish communities, men and women of integrity and commitment—faithful stewards of the Church," writes His Eminence, "and encourage them to submit their candidacy for election to the Board of Trustees."
Consecration of St. Antonios Church Marks Historic Milestone in Halifax
The dedication of the church building marks not just its sanctification, but the celebration of a people whose lives have been poured out in love for God and His Church.
Ascension: The Type and Ideal of Our Entrance to Heaven
"In each reference to the Resurrection in the New Testament, it is clearly implied and/or explicitly stated that the people rise as body and soul reunited. This is also expounded by St. John Chrysostom who states 'Christ is risen! And not one dead remains in the grave.'"
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