Mosaic from the ancient cathedral Hagia Sophia, (Holy Wisdom) – Constantinople 2006
When we are coming to church what are we looking for? Fish in the desert? No, we are looking for that hidden “inward meditation” of the heart which unites us to Christ… The same thing happens in the church where you are mystically and sacramentally united with Christ. In and through your inner meditation on these things they will become a reality… In order to find Him strive to enter into that hidden, inner meditation and you’ll see that He’ll come of His own accord. You’ll see the heavy stone roll away from your heart and He Himself will rise! ~ Elder Aimilianos; The Way of the Spirit
For the first time, in a very long time, public church services resumed last weekend.
What delight!
What jubilation!
What indescribable JOY!
It felt like… Pascha.