Episodes
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
The 12 (6) Gospels
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
This is a reduced version of the glorious 12 Gospels service. Some of the most beautiful hymnography of the year is presented tonight, including the sorrowful laments of Mary. Good quality recording for you to be able to pray in front of your home icon corner. Words to follow shortly in the next post.
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Weapons from Paradise, Chapter 2
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
A continuation of the narrative epic poem: Weapons from Paradise, as read by poet Christopher Lewis.
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Weapons from Paradise: Chapter 1
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
This powerful modern epic poem follows the experience of a Jewish temple guard who witnesses the betrayal of Christ and his subsequent crucifixion. Leading us into the deep well of Arthurian legend, poet Christopher Lewis opens a new world of understanding this ancient legend from the perspective of Orthodox Christianity. Undergirded with over 20 years of research and poetic labor, this is truly a unique treasure of our times.
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Weapons from Paradise: Introduction
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Poet Christopher Lewis explains his process and the meaning of this modern epic poem following the Arthurian legend genre. His quest for the Holy Grail leads us on surprising paths with a particularly Orthodox ethos.
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
The Matins of Holy Thursday
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
This is the day on which Judas betrays the Master: "If you loved the Priceless One why did you sell him? Why did you hand Him over to be murdered? Shudder, O Sun! O earth, lament and cry with fear: O Long-suffering Lord, glory to Thee!"
The service is to be sung Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. It is usually followed Thursday morning with the Liturgy of the Last Supper where we hear repeatedly the hymn: "Of Thy mystical supper, O Son of God, make me a communicant..."
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Bridegroom Matins of Holy Wed
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Monday Apr 13, 2020
Holy Tuesday Bridegroom Matins
Monday Apr 13, 2020
Monday Apr 13, 2020
The beautiful Bridegroom Matins service of Holy Tuesday for you to use at your home altar. We omitted the 6 Psalms that usually begin this service. They can be done on your own if you wish. Also, the Alleluia and Troparion are usually sung three times, not just once as they are here.
Sunday Apr 12, 2020
Bridegroom Matins Holy Monday
Sunday Apr 12, 2020
Sunday Apr 12, 2020
The beautiful and poignant Bridegroom Matins of Holy Monday.