Archive - Abun d'Bashmayo

When in Rome... You Attend a Life-Giving Conference

Nicaea and the Church of the Third Millennium: Toward Orthodox-Catholic Unity

Jun 27 •

Abun d'Bashmayo

The Fast of the Apostles Is Fast Upon Us! (Pun Intended)

Or, how being a relative newbie in an Orthodox world can be confusing

Jun 25 •

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May 2025

April 2025

Christ Is Risen! Qom Moran Men Qabro! Christos Anesti!

Truly, He is risen! Shariroith qom! Alithos anesti!

Apr 23 •

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What Celebrating the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Christ Does in My Heart

There is a reason why the Church focuses so much attention on this time in the liturgical calendar.

Apr 22 •

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March 2025

February 2025

Creating a Welcoming Church

How can our Syriac Orthodox parishes become more ready to welcome newcomers?

Feb 22 •

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January 2025

"Smells and Bells" - Ancient Prescription or Undesirable Practice?

The Orthodox Church is replete with incense, bells, icons, and altar vestments. Is this the right model? Or is this from ancient time and no longer…

Jan 30 •

Abun d'Bashmayo

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