Crown Me or Kill me

Imagine standing at a crossroads in a dense, foggy forest, where each path ahead promises its own set of mysteries and outcomes. Your decision at this junction could lead you to safety and clarity or deeper into the unknown. This vivid picture mirrors the essence of Palm Sunday, a pivotal moment in Christian faith and […]

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Cracks of Grace

Once upon a time in the heart of Renaissance Rome, there lived a sculptor whose work in a small, almost forgotten chapel, would centuries later whisper the profound truths of humility and dependence on God. This sculptor was commissioned to create a statue of Mary, not for the grand basilicas, but for a community of […]

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Breaking the Bank of Belief

The story of the Prodigal Son is often seen as merely a heartwarming tale of unconditional forgiveness, a narrative that comforts us with the image of a God ever-ready to forgive, embrace, and accept us, irrespective of our transgressions. However, this interpretation barely scratches the surface of its profound depth. When Jesus first shared this […]

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Divine Harmony: Justice and Love

Imagine the masterpiece that is Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling, particularly “The Creation of Adam.” Here, the touch of God gives life to Adam, a moment of divine love and connection. Within the same grand narrative, we find “The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden,” where Adam and Eve are cast out as a consequence of […]

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The statue of St. Vartan Mamigonian in Yerevan, crafted by Yervand Kochar in 1975, serves as a profound symbol, especially in the context of St. Vartan’s words, “Unconscious death is death, conscious death is immortality.” This statue, despite being created during a period of communism—a time when spiritual and religious expressions were often suppressed—carries a […]

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Eternal Springs of Hope

In the heart of Yerevan, stands a statue that captures the spirit of a nation. It’s the statue of David of Sassoun, sculpted by Yervand Kochar. Iit embodies the soul of Armenian resilience and the undying flame of independence. Kochar, created this masterpiece during the stifling era of communism, navigated through a sea of challenges […]

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Carried Through: The Unseen Embrace

During World War II, there was a soldier named Desmond Doss. He became legendary not for wielding weapons, but for saving lives without them. As a medic, Doss saved the lives of countless men in the Battle of Okinawa, all while under heavy enemy fire. His faith forbade him from carrying a gun, so he […]

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Beyond Logic and Understanding

In life, we often stumble upon moments that defy logic, mirroring the scene in John 2:1-11. This biblical story, while dazzling us with the miracle of water turned into wine, subtly embeds a profound lesson in the words of St. Mary, “Do whatever he tells you.” These words, though simple, are steeped in deep faith […]

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From Excuses to Engagement

In the unsettling times of World War II, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian, stood at a crossroads. Offered safety in the United States, he instead chose to return to Nazi Germany, a decision that led to his arrest and eventual martyrdom. This choice, fraught with danger and uncertainty, was a profound act of faith and […]

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