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Lover of Monasticism
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 Posted - 12/25/2005 : 15:08:41
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Christ is born! Glorify Him!
From all of us on the New Calender: Kala Christouyianna to you and yours.
So what is everyone doing for Christmas? My dad and I went to an all-night vigil at a convent near hear last night, and we are going to my aunt's house later for dinner.
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sorehearted
New Member
Egypt
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Posted - 12/25/2005 : 18:33:58
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Hey,
The Coptic Orthodox Church celebrates christmas on the 7th of January, so.. 2 more weeks for me. But to everyone who celebrates it on the 25th, Merry Christmas :)
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Antonios
Junior Member
USA
140 Posts |
Posted - 12/26/2005 : 00:41:47
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Merry Christmas my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.
Christ is born, and the world is saved!! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, thoxa o Theos!! |
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Matins
Junior Member
100 Posts |
Posted - 12/27/2005 : 20:57:51
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!Christo es nacido! !Gloria a Ti, Senor!
!Feliz Navidad! |
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smallwhisper
Junior Member
102 Posts |
Posted - 12/27/2005 : 22:43:44
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Merry Christmas to all on The Forum. May The Mystery of The Incarnation of Christ Our God bring us joy and peace! - Kala Christouyianna!
John Seraphim Lennon |
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CotoiNebun
Starting Member
USA
30 Posts |
Posted - 12/28/2005 : 03:41:04
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Craciun Fericite si La Multi Ani!! (Merry Christmas & Happy New Year)
*Chuck*
"Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner." |
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smallwhisper
Junior Member
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Posted - 12/28/2005 : 17:09:47
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Originally posted by Lover of Monasticism
My dad and I went to an all-night vigil at a convent near hear last night,
Hi, John! I hope that you and your family are having a great Christmas. A Russian Orthodox friend of mine and I (Greek Orthodox) have been wanting to visit an Orthodox monastery/convent. I'm glad to know that there is one as close as Pittsburgh. Is there a monastery associated with this convent? Is it Greek Orthodox? Do they allow over-night guests? Any info that you could provide would be very much appreciated. Wishing you and yours many blessings for the new year. - John Seraphim
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Lover of Monasticism
Average Member
USA
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Posted - 12/28/2005 : 17:21:24
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Well it's one of Geronda Ephraim's monasteries, so it is indeed ascociated with many monasteries all over the country, both men's and women's. There are not, however, any men's monasteries here in PA that are under Geronda Ephraim. The nearest men's monastery is St. Gregory Palamas in Ohio, but it's not one of his.
So yes, it is indeed a Greek convent. It's called "Nativity of the Theotokos Monastery." They do allow over-night guests, as long as you call ahead of time, tell them when you intend to show up and for how long you plan to stay, and get a blessing to do so. Their number is 724-352-3999. (Don't worry mods and admins, they have no problem with their number being public. In fact, I found it on a website.) The abbess is Gerontissa Theophano, and she is very nice.
If you are interrested, they are doing another vigil on New Years Eve for St. Basil. It starts at 7:30.
Maybe we'll see each other. (I wear a rasso as I am a former seminarian, so I'm easily distinguishable. Red hair, 6'4.)
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smallwhisper
Junior Member
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Posted - 12/28/2005 : 19:00:16
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Thank you so much, John. As far as I know, I will most likely be up during Great Lent. I'll be sure to let you know exactly when. Yours, in the One True Holy Orthodox Church - John Seraphim
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Antonios
Junior Member
USA
140 Posts |
Posted - 12/29/2005 : 02:03:46
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smallwhisper
Junior Member
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Posted - 12/29/2005 : 03:55:10
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This websites http://omna.malf.net/ is a great resource to find Orthodox monasteries in North America.
Fantastic site, Antonios! I really appreciate the info! God bless.
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Merry Christmas!
