Mother Thekla, who died on Aug. 7, 2011 at aged 93, was the last surviving nun to have occupied the enclosed Orthodox Monastery of the Assumption in North Yorkshire, but became better known to the wider world as the spiritual muse of the composer Sir John Tavener. Mother Thekla wrote the following letter in 2009, […]
“Seeing Young Chinese Christian Seekers is the Most Astounding Experience I’ve had in a Long Time.”
This autumn, the Sretensky Monastery choir made a twenty-day tour, visiting Orthodox parishes of the United States. The tour ended… in China—where it had been invited to give two concerts. Although every step these Russians took around the city reminded them of themselves, this land nevertheless remains mysterious and somewhat incomprehensible, wonderful and amazing. The […]
Personal, Visible and Accessible in 2013
by Fr. John A. Peck 2012 draws to a close, and yes, by the grace of God, we have survived yet another Apocalypse. Now, we not only set our sights on 2013, but on the expansive and growing work of Journey To Orthodoxy is committed to accomplishing. I’m asking for your support with an End-of-the-Year […]
“Save The Cross” in Riverside, CA
Save The Mt. Rubidoux Cross I apologize for the tardiness of this announcement, but I just found out. Please support Fr. Josiah and this important defense of American history and Christian identity. Supporters of the historic cross on Riverside’s Mount Rubidoux can get information and free yard signs at a meeting St. Andrew Orthodox Church has […]
From Communist China: Amazing Orthodox Church Snow Sculptures
The annual Vasaloppet China Ski Festival at Jingyuetan Park in Changchun, China takes place on January 2nd. It covers an area of 40,000 square meters with a total capacity of 70,000 cubic meters of snow. Through the hands of professionals, the snow is transformed into some of the most famous buildings in Europe. Among them […]
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