Parables of Community
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11.10.24 The Care of the Community in the Face of Societal Norms
The icon of the small community who cares for all is the healing source of the modern soul today.
10.27.24 Choosing the Place of Humility and Cleansing the Eye of Charity
Fr. Nicolaie invites us to join the community in looking into the eyes of the Theotokos from a humble position at the feet of her icon; and to live ascetically in a way that opens our own eyes to char
A Handful of September Stories from the Community
Brother Luke shares three stories from community life.
10.20.24 Seeing Humanity in the Suffering Ones
It is the cry of the poor who are in solidarity with those who suffer the most, today. The poor are not indifferent to the suffering, but lift it in prayer, with faith that God hears them.
10.5.24 In Search of Resurrection
A discussion of Saturday's gospel leads community members to search for Resurrection.
9.28.24 Becoming the "Bene Dicere"
How can poverty, hunger, and mourning be considered "blessed?" Father Nicolai looks at the Beatitudes through the lens of the community, revealing the "Good Word," "Bene Dicere," or "Blessing" that is
9.22.24 Mercy That is Deeper than the Depths of the Sea
In this Sunday's gospel, Jesus provides an abundance of life out of the abyss. The plentiful fish are a testimony of the authority that He has over the living and the dead, revealing that His mercy is
9.15.24 Singing and Silence at the Cross
The church is called today to care for life, to offer an open space where the soul of man can pray and sing, and have an encounter with Christ, who listens to us from the cross.
Some New Stories from the Mission
Brother Luke shares some new stories from the mission.
6.20.24 Notes from the Community
Brother Luke shares a collection of recent interactions and experiences from within the community.