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Pascha Passports
This Lenten season, every student in our church school received their own Pascha Passport. These were made available to the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Denver parishes through Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in...
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Moving Forward…
First, I’d like to formally apologize to all of you for having to cancel the Orthodox Education Webinar in February. We had a family emergency. My husband and I felt we needed to focus all of our attention on our...
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A Hidden Community
Last month, I decided to share my story about our recent miscarriage in hopes it would bring comfort to even one other person experiencing the same pain we were enduring. To my surprise, I learned miscarriage is much more...
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Our Family’s Lenten Journey
This is the first time in many, many years where I will be journeying along side my parents, siblings, and their families throughout Lent and culminating with a Paschal celebration together at the end. Our family is rather...
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Passing on traditions to the next generation
Six kids gather around the kitchen counter in giddy anticipation of scooping flour, pouring water, watching yeast bubble, sinking their small hands into bread dough, and pushing the stamp down deep into the dough. Would it...
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Relaunch of OCN’s Blog
OCN‘s (Orthodox Christian Network) blog just underwent changes and relaunched The Sounding yesterday. I was invited about a month ago to be a guest writer for the blog as part of this relaunch. I initially...
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Idea Corner
These are some ideas I’ve accumulated in notebooks over the years. I’ve jotted down possible lessons and activities as they’ve popped into my head. Some of them I’ve brought into fruition and some...
Read MoreKeep an Eye on These Sites
Some days you need a little inspiration, an idea, or a connection with another like-minded Orthodox Christian. One of the ideal places to find this is in your local parish but we also have communication abilities today unlike at any other time in history to aid us in our journey – especially for the isolated person or family in rural areas. There are a plethora of great Orthodox sites available to you at the click of a mouse or tap of a key and I’d like to point out a few to you.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Saint John the Baptist
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Saint Photini
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Saint Herman of Alaska
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Saint Euphrosynos
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Photo Prop
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreCrafts for Orthodox Youth: Saint Kevin of Glendalough
This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Read MoreTeaching Our Children to Feed the Poor
Our van pulls into a parking spot at the grocery store and we all pile out. At first glance, this is just an ordinary trip to the store but as we enter the store and my instructions begin – my children become giddy with excitement. What could make them this animated about buying groceries? A simple discovery that they would be doing the shopping and then giving the food to the poor through our church food pantry.
Read MoreThrough Her Eyes
We had just walked through the front door of our home from an experience my daughter would never forget – nor my husband and myself for that matter. Les and I tucked the boys in bed and sat down on the couch as Niki began spilling all her thoughts and emotions of the day.
Read MoreShort Break From Blogging
Our family is in a time of transition right now as we prepare to move and are still awaiting a start date for my husband’s new job. In addition to moving, we will be attending our metropolis summer camp later this month – and our whole family attends as campers, counselors, and helpers. I will be taking a short break from blogging until July in order to give my full attention to my family, moving, and to our week at summer camp. May God grant all of you a wonderful and blessed beginning of summer.
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