The Feast of the Nativity of Christ

Christ is Born!  Христос родился!  ХРИСТОС СЕ РОДИ! 

Ο Χριστός γεννιέται!     ქრისტე დაიბადა!

 

St Theophan the Recluse

Is someone seeking help? Help him.
Does someone ask something of you? Give it.
Has someone offended you? Forgive him.
Have you offended someone? Rush to ask forgiveness and make peace.
Does someone praise you? Do not be proud.
Does someone scold you? Do not be angry.
Do you have struggles and sufferings? Be patient.
Is it time to fast? Then fast.
Is it time to work? Then work.
Your Father in Heaven is Holy and Loving.
Strive to be holy and loving like Him.

 - St. Theophan the Recluse

Monastery Needs..

Dear Brothers and sisters in Christ,
Happy New Year to all!

We have two needs at present:
1. If any of you can help with the $200 needed for Flowers for the Church for Christmas Services (Jan 6th and 7th), please contact me (or, Fr. Michael directly: 631-682-4322).

2. To accommodate the growing number of monks, we are in need of a Washer and Dryer for the Hall.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you in advance,
In Christ,
Fr. Parthenios

Sunday of the Holy Fathers January 1, 2012

Noah receiving his Name's day blessing...

St Herman of Alaska

Troparion (Tone 7)

Joyful North Star of the Church of Christ,

Guiding all people to the Heavenly Kingdom;

Teacher and apostle of the True Faith;

Intercessor and defender of the oppressed;

Adornment of the Orthodox Church in America:

Blessed Father Herman of Alaska,

Pray to our Lord Jesus Christ

For the salvation of our souls!