I’ve never been the outdoors type. To me, “ r o u g h i n g it” equates to having to wait an extra 10 seconds for the On Demand selection to load on my television. The one time … Continue reading
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Class of ‘18
Degree Conferred May 17 to Joshua Van Winkle Following a Moleben prayer service in honor of SS. Cyril and Methodius, patrons of the Byzantine Catholic Seminary, Archbishop William Skurla conferred a diploma upon Joshua Van Winkle as a Magna Cum … Continue reading
Stone soup for hungry children
Do you remember the c h i l d h o o d story “Stone Soup”? It’s an old folktale about a couple of hungry travelers who creatively entice hesitant villagers to fill their large cooking pot with delicious soup … Continue reading
The Place of the Presence of God
Archbishop Alexander Golitzin speaks at Seminary Lecture His Eminence Alexander [Golitzin], Archbishop of Dallas, the South, and the Bulgarian Diocese and a popular speaker and gifted teacher, was the keynote speaker at the 18th annual SS. Cyril and Methodius Lecture … Continue reading
Angels Build Bridges
The 15th annual Women’s Day of Reflection was held May 5 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Munhall, Pa.
This year’s theme — “Angels Build Bridges” — was discussed through three presentationsd to help women grow in their spirutuality.
The event, sponsored by the Byzantine Catholic Archeparchial Office of Religious Education, also included a luncheon, vendors and a bountiful basket auction with proceeds donated to local women’s shelters.
The day’s speakers included: Samantha Scholl, 26, who works as a unit secretary and patient care technician in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at UPMC Mercy Hospital. A member of TRIO (Transplant Recipients International organization), she has received two heart transplants and a kidney transplant.
Three local Penn State University women were part of an eight-member team of engineering students from the Penn State University Chapter of Bridges to Continue reading
18th annual SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary Lecture
Archbishop Alexander to speak at St. John the Baptist Cathedral A popular speaker and gifted teacher, Archbishop Alexander [Golitzin] will discuss ”The Place of the Presence of God: Aphrahat of Persia’s Portrait of the Christian Holy Man” at the 18th … Continue reading
“The Golden Ticket” of Twitter
When I log onto Twitter, it sometimes feels as if I’m stepping into Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. The environment of the Wonka workspace, as seen in Roald Dahl’s novel and two motion pictures, is bright and colorful while at the … Continue reading
From Crucifixion to Resurrection
Christ is risen! Truly, he is risen! Jesus Christ has conquered sin and death. We know that God has the final word. And that word is love. For “God is love” (1 Jn. 4:8). The kingdom of God which Jesus … Continue reading
Mark Your Calendar – May 2018
Dates to Remember The Byzantine Catholic Community of Austin meets for worship 5 p.m. Sundays at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1610 E. 11t St., Austin Texas 78702. Come join us. www. austinbyzantine.org. Young Adult Retreat Sister Barbara Jean Mihalchick and … Continue reading
Prayerful preparation
Father Tom Dansak addressed the topics of “Communication, Forgiveness and Intimacy.” He emphasized that marriage is a lifelong process and forgiveness is one of the most essential spiritual elements of a marital commitment. Without it, resentments mount, inhibiting growth and intimacy. Using various video clips, Father Tom emphasized that a healthy relationship requires humor, sacrifice, open communication, trust, a positive outlook and intimacy.
A presentation on “Marriage and Sexuality” was given by Dr. Matthew Kenneth Minerd, a professor at SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary. Dr. Minerd explained the Church’s teaching on human sexuality and contraception.
“Finances and Budgeting” is an important component to the program because many divorces occur over money and its proper management. Sandee and Mark Collins shared personal experiences and challenges they had to deal with in their life together regarding finances. Their message to the couples accentuated a common commitment to the basic principle that what you have is given to you by God, not to serve yourselves but to serve others as well. This principle Continue reading
