Saint Mariam of Jesus Crucified, Melkite and Carmelite
Today, the Church with the Carmelites honor a recent saint, Mariam of Jesus Crucified (Baouardy), affectionately known as “The Little Arab” (1846-78). Saint Mariam was born in Nazareth. She was…
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Ordinations plus… for the Eparchy of Newton
Recently, Bishop Nicholas Samra announced the wonderful news that Father Mark Melone –who last year lovingly came to shepherd Holy Transfiguration, after the passing of the beloved pastor of nearly…
The Dormition blessing of flowers
Holy Tradition tells us that the Apostles except Thomas were transported mystically to Jerusalem in order to be with The Theotokos as she died and present for her burial. When…
Happy Birthday to Bishop Nicholas
Happy 76th Birthday to our Father and Bishop Nicholas James Samra! Many blessings and many years!
The Mother of Life
“Neither the tomb, nor death could hold the Theotokos, / Who is constant in prayer and our firm hope in her intercessions. / For being the Mother of Life, /…
The Dormition of the Holy Mother of God
Our Summer Pascha Since August 1, we have been preparing for the great feast of Mary, the Mother of God through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. “This period is so rich…
The Holy Prophet, Saint Micah
Today, on the Vigil of the Dormition, the commemorates the memory of the holy prophet, Micah. Micah prophesied between 750 and 687 bc. He was a contemporary of Amos and…