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Memorial Prayers - Digital Download
This pamphlet offers an understanding of the Orthodox Christian tradition of praying for the dead and the meaning of the boiled wheat (koliva) that is present at memorial prayers.
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The 40-Day Blessing - Digital Download
This beautiful pamphlet explains the historical and personal meaning of the 40-day blessing of mothers and babies. This service is critical to outreach as it often brings the recently married couple back to the church and offers the opportunity to...
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The Nativity - Digital Download
Written by the Professor of Church History and Historical Theology at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, Fr. Thomas FitzGerald, this complimentary digital download reflection on the Nativity invites the reader to “seek the Lord with an...
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The Resurrection Service - Digital Download
An inspiring pamphlet intended for distribution at the Resurrection service on Saturday evening of Holy Week that encourages individuals to let the light of the Resurrection be lit in their hearts, to grow in their faith and to rediscover their calling...
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Holy Communion - Digital Download
A pamphlet to educate and inspire the faithful by outlining the historical, theological and personal significance of the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Written in a pastoral manner by the Professor Emeritus of Liturgics at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School...
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Our Lenten Journey - Digital Download
A pamphlet best shared before or at the beginning of Great Lent, offering practical ideas and guidance in the areas of prayer, fasting, Bible reading and the sacraments of Holy Confession and Holy Communion.
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Compassionate Stewardship Pamphlet (PDF)
This tri-fold brochure provide a reflection on the theme "the greatest of these is love" (Mathew 13:13), and its implications for stewardship today. Great as an insert in your stewardship communications or as a resource to be offered during stewardship...
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I Chose You and Appointed You Pamphlet - PDF
This pamphlet also draws on the icon of Jesus Christ the True Vine and the theme of the 2012 Clergy-Laity Congress. Author Fr. Mark Sietsema uses the illustration of the vine dresser to encourage us to stay connected to Jesus and shows that through Him...
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Come and See: Gather My People to My Home (Greek) Pamphlet - PDF
This digital download of the pamphlet, written in Greek, encourages the reader to _come and see as Philip said to Nathaniel when he had found Jesus Christ the Messiah. The message of this brochure is to come and see the world as God?s gift and what the...
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A Worshiper's Guide to the Divine Liturgy Booklet
Engaging our faithful and inquirers in the life of the Church requires a deeper understanding of the Divine Liturgy. This 26-page booklet provides an engaging summary that may be read cover to cover or consulted as questions arise. Suggested for the pew...
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The Body of Christ Booklet: Disabilities
This 16-page booklet is an excellent introduction to ministry to people with disabilities from an Orthodox Christian perspective. Fr John describes the Church as a place of hospitality and welcome _ a place of inclusion _ for all people. All members of...
Promoting spiritual growth and strengthening the faith of Orthodox Christians, as well as tools for stewardship campaigns.