Saint Paul

St. John Chrysostom and Carrying our Cross

Father Moses Samuel Samaan
| Tuesday, November 23, 2010 | No comments.

This week, as millions of Americans around the world give thanks during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Coptic Orthodox Church commemorates the exemplary life and departure of one of the most influential figures in the Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church: St. John Chrysostom (the “Golden-Mouthed”). St. John was one of the most eloquent preachers of Christ’s Gospel as well as an ascetic and great teacher. His love for our Lord Jesus Christ was great, as was his love for the poor. Following the example of our Lord, the Good Shepherd, he guided his flock in righteousness until the time of his departure.

In Praise of St. Peter and St. Paul

Saint John Chrysostom
| Monday, June 28, 2010 | No comments.

“The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.” (Romans 16:24)

See how we should begin and end everything? For with this St Paul laid the foundation of his Epistle, and with this he puts on the roof, at once praying for the mother of all good things for the Romans, and calling the whole of his loving-kindness to their mind. For this is the best proof of a generous teacher, to benefit his learners not by word only, but likewise by prayer, which is why it has been said,

“Let us give ourselves continually to prayers, and to the ministry of the word” (Acts 6:4).

Who is there then to pray over us, since Paul has departed?

Practicing Christianity: Passages from the Letters of Saint Paul

Saint Paul Brotherhood
| Sunday, June 1, 2008 | No comments.

The Letter to the Romans

“Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God – what is good, acceptable and perfect.” (12:2).

“Let your love be without hypocrisy.” (12:9).

“Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse them” (12:14).

Live in harmony with one another. Do not be arrogant, but associate with those who are humble. Do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do not repay anyone evil for evil but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all (12:16-17).