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Prehistoric & Ancient Art

Diana Rosu — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:32:18 +0000

This book presents a new view of art in its proper context – the art not only of our Western tradition but also of Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands, Australasia and the Americas – from the earliest man-made objects to the massive achievements of Greece and Rome. It thus constitutes and essential work of reference as well as a volume which, in the freshness of its approach, out-dates all other books on the fascinating story of art.

The Orthodox Church (New Edition)

Diana Rosu — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:08:33 +0000

Since its first publication thirty years ago, Timothy Ware’s book has become established throughout the English-speaking world as the standard introduction to the Orthodox Church. Orthodoxy continues to be a subject of enormous interest among Western Christians, and the author believes that an understanding of its standpoint is necessary before the Roman Catholic and Protestant churches can be reunited. He explains the Orthodox views on such widely ranging matters as ecumenical councils, sacraments, free will, purgatory, the papacy and the relation between the different Orthodox churches.

Archbishop Luke

Diana Rosu — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:56:04 +0000

Discover the inspiring life of Saint Luke (Valentin Felixovich Voyno-Yasenetsky), a revered pastor, surgeon, and saint, through the compelling narrative presented by Metropolitan Nectarios of Argolis.

This book explores the profound journey of Archbishop Luke, known for his exceptional contributions to both the spiritual and medical fields.

In 16 detailed chapters, the life of this remarkable man unfolds, from his early years and education to his calling as a priest, his misfortunes and imprisonments, his exiles, and his unwavering commitment to the pastoral care of his people. Amidst war and hardship, Saint Luke continued his healing ministry, not only through the grace of the sacraments but also through his groundbreaking work in medicine, particularly as a pioneer in purulent surgery.

Metropolitan Nectarios (Antonopoulos), a dedicated scholar of Saint Luke’s life, takes readers on a journey through his struggles, triumphs, and his legacy as both a healer and spiritual leader. From his imprisonment for Christ to his significant role in ecclesiastical reorganization during the turbulent years of the 20th century, Saint Luke’s life is a testament to faith, resilience, and compassion.

This beautifully written book offers an intimate portrait of a man who devoted his life to God and his people—proving that true healing comes not only from the body, but also from the soul.

The Blessed Surgeon

Diana Rosu — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:48:41 +0000

The inspiring biography of a bishop and surgeon during the darkest years of Soviet oppression in Russia. St. Luke endured unthinkable tortures at the hands of the atheistic state due to his outspoken confession of Christ, but his pioneering work as a surgeon gave the lie to his persecutors’ separation of faith and science. This book documents his personal struggles, self-sacrifice and love for patients, miracles, and bold spiritual guidance during the Church’s most difficult period in Russia. Includes a service and an akathist hymn in honor of St. Luke.

A pilgrim’s guide to the Holy Patriarchal Stavropegic Monastery of Our Lady of the Life-Giving Spring

Diana Rosu — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 11:57:02 +0000

Crete has the great blessing and equally great responsibility of being endowed with numerous ancient and revered monasteries.

This quide-book takes us along this historical path which commenced in the 16th century and which has been continued over the past thirty years with the present-day community which is creating the living contemporary history of the Monastery.

Saint Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia. Christ is fullness of life

Diana Rosu — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 06:48:12 +0000

Saint Porphyrios was filled with an all-consuming love for Christ and for his fellow man, and every aspect of his being witnessed to what he so passionately confessed, namely, that Christ is fullness of life. With his luminous presence, his inspired words and his fervent prayer, he made the grace of life in Christ a reality for those who came to him, as he transmitted to them faith, joy, power and hope. He was wholly devoted to the Church and to Christ and cared for the people of God, those near and those far off, faithful and the disbelievers, Christians and those ignorant of the word of God. And during his life and also after his saintly repose a multitude of people -most of whom had not known him during his earthly life- were benefitted by his saintly presence and experienced his miraculous acts and interventions in their lives.

Saint Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia. Vessel of Grace

Diana Rosu — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 06:42:52 +0000

This little book recounts the life, teachings and miracles of the healer and clairvoyant Saint Porphyrios of Kavsoklyvia.

The Desert a City

Diana Rosu — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 18:37:37 +0000

An introduction to the study of Egyptian and Palestinian Monasticism under Christian Empire.

This book contains a wealth of material indispensable to any serious student of monasticism; it is also a book which will bring alive for any reader the great questions underlying monasticism in any age.

The Early Christian Fathers

Diana Rosu — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 18:31:55 +0000

A selection from the writings of the Fathers from St. Clement of Rome to St. Athanasius.

Pray for Brother Alexander

Diana Rosu — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 18:19:59 +0000

The work delves into universal philosophical concepts as they are experienced under conditions of extreme adversity, such as imprisonment and political persecution.