Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his … [Continue reading]
Home robbery of heat pump
Yesterday the heat pump on the exterior of our house was stolen. Since Alabama is in the 80's, it has not been too bad. However, it has certainly been rather surprising. The worst part is that this type of theft is beginning to grow across the USA. I … [Continue reading]
Spring and the creativity of God
Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. -- Luke 12 … [Continue reading]
Lybia, the USA, and the United Nations
Just about six hours ago, United Nations approved forces from several countries began punitive attacks on Lybia to force it to obey United Nations resolutions. USA forces are simply one of several countries involved in the attacks. The British Armed … [Continue reading]
Denial of Service attack
The server which hosts the OrthoCuban blog apparently suffered a severe Denial of Service account with a DNS failure. So, not only this blog, but anything hosted on that service was down. But, we are back. … [Continue reading]
Dem bones, dem bones, dem miraculous bones
Can you point to the Scripture which relates the tale that what was contained in an ossuary brought someone back to life? That was the question with which Father Orthoduck left you all. The answer is found in 2 Kings 13: Elisha died and was … [Continue reading]
Dem bones, dem bones, dem holy relics bones
OK, It is time for Father Orthoduck to answer the questions from the day before yesterday. Tomorrow, he will make a point with the final answer. What is an ossuary? "An ossuary is a chest, building, well, or site made to serve as the final resting … [Continue reading]
Dem bones, dem bones, dem ossuary bones
As you know, one of Father Orthoduck's favorite authors is Pithless Thoughts. So, the humorous photograph to the right certainly had Father Orthoduck laughing. But, this brings up the opportunity for me to ask some trivia questions. What is an … [Continue reading]
Week in review, March 12, 2011
During the last week, I have been in church every day of the week. That has actually been very good, as it has been a very impactful week, and I would have been tempted to make comments that would, perhaps, have not been appropriately Christian. One … [Continue reading]
At the end of the first week of Lent 2011
For those of you who are not Orthodox, what is that first week in Lent like if you follow the OCA parish tradition in the USA? I should mention that the OCA parish tradition in the USA is similar to the traditions in the "Old World." This will … [Continue reading]
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