“By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts; and through it he being dead still speaks.” (Hebrews 11:4)
In the Syriac Orthodox Church, we often seek the intercession of saints. Have you ever wondered what set these men and women apart that, though they have departed, they continue to speak to God on our behalf?
Together, let us learn about the lives of the beloved saints commemorated in the Syriac Orthodox Church.
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St. Cyril of Alexandria
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Cyril of Alexandria (AD 376-444), whom we commemorate on June 27 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Daniel Michalski presents us with his research into the saint’s life and deeds. St. Cyril of Alexandria, the nephew of his predecessor St. Theophilus,Continue reading “St. Cyril of Alexandria”
Rediscovering Eusebius of Caesarea’s Sainthood Part 2: His Feast Days, Icons, and Orthodoxy
If one were to look for the feast day of St. Eusebius of Caesarea, blessed author of such masterworks as the Ecclesiastical History and Preparation for the Gospel, they would have an extremely difficult time of finding it. In fact, most would be led to believe he has never had a feast day at all.Continue reading “Rediscovering Eusebius of Caesarea’s Sainthood Part 2: His Feast Days, Icons, and Orthodoxy”
Rediscovering Eusebius of Caesarea’s Sainthood, and Why It Matters
Eusebius, the Bishop of Caesarea (d. 339-340 AD) earns the distinction of being, besides his much beloved Origen, the most controversial Christian to be given the title of Church Father. Lauded as the “Father of Church History” and “a most diligent investigator of the Holy Bible”[1] by some, and yet deemed an Arian heretic andContinue reading “Rediscovering Eusebius of Caesarea’s Sainthood, and Why It Matters”
St. Matthew The Apostle
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints,” we focus on St. Matthew The Apostle (1st Century A.D.) one of the 12 apostles and writer of the Gospel of Matthew. We commemorate him on February 24 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Deacon Daniel Malyon presents us with his research into the saint’sContinue reading “St. Matthew The Apostle”
Moran Mor Ignatius Elias III
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Elias III (1867-1932 A.D.) the 119th patriarch of the Syriac Orthodox Church and all the East. the Martyrs. We commemorate him on February 13 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Sam Joseph Kaippallil presents us with his research into this greatContinue reading “Moran Mor Ignatius Elias III”
St. Stephen, chief of the deacons and the first martyr
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Stephen (?-35/36 A.D.) the illustrious saint, chief of the Deacons, and first ofthe Martyrs. We commemorate him on January 8 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Quroyo deacon Yousif Abdul Wahid presents us with his research into this great saint’s lifeContinue reading “St. Stephen, chief of the deacons and the first martyr”
St. Eugenia of Rome
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Eugenia of Rome (183-258 A.D.) the daughter of Philip and Claudine of Roman origin. We commemorate her on December 24 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Sunday School teacher and, HE, Archbishop Nicodemus Daoud Sharaf’s niece, Nancy Baballos presents us withContinue reading “St. Eugenia of Rome”
Sts. Behnam & Sarah
Sts. Behnam and Sarah illustrate how a small seed can turn a whole city along with the king of an empire to Christianity. It’s a great example of what the Lord meant when He said: “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him.” John 9:3
St. Thecla The Martyr
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Thecla, , a companion of St. Paul and evangelist of the early church, whom we remember on September 24 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Bryant Wong presents us with his research into her life and how her story inspires usContinue reading “St. Thecla The Martyr”
St. Dionysius The Areopagite
In this episode of “Walking The Way with The Saints”, we focus on St. Dionysius the Areopagite, whom we commemorate on November 19 according to the Syriac Orthodox Liturgical calendar. Deacon Daniel Malyon presents us with his research into the life and martyrdom of the saint and how his story inspires us to use our skillsContinue reading “St. Dionysius The Areopagite”
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