Tag Archives: Struggle

“Don’t be neglectful of prayer!”

By Herman A. Middleton | Published: July 16, 2010
“Don’t be neglectful of prayer! At table, in the morning, afternoon and evening. In particular don’t miss Small Compline for any reason, tired though you may be. It’s a question of self-sacrifice and, in particular, of love. When a beloved person calls you very late at night, how are you able to speak sometimes for [...]
Posted in Counsels, Saints | Also tagged , , | Leave a comment

Forgive Us…A Blessed Lent to One and All!

By Herman A. Middleton | Published: February 14, 2010
In the spirit of the Lenten struggle, we offer another quote from Elder Amphilochios of Patmos: “In the hour in which we are tempted we must be patient and pray. Temptation is a clever craftsman. He is able to make small things loom large. Temptation disquiets, saddens and creates external battles. He knows many arts. [...]
Posted in Saints | Also tagged , , | Leave a comment