The Didache, one of the earliest Christian texts, serves as a foundational guide for believers seeking structured spiritual and community life. Its principles align closely with the traditions of the Culdees, a unique order within Celtic Christianity, known for their dedication to both spiritual and practical survival. The Didache: A Blueprint for Christian Community The […]
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Catholic Orthodox History and recognition of Sacraments between them.
The recognition of sacramental validity within the Western Church prior to the Great Schism of 1054 is an important historical fact that sheds light on current debates over Orthodox-Catholic relations. The Orthodox Church today recognizes that England and its kings were Orthodox before the Norman invasion (which coincided with the Great Schism). This acknowledgment challenges […]
Renewing the Ancient Call to Repentance
From the Appendix to the book “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith” Section 5: Renewing the Ancient Call to Repentance Reintegrating the Full Practice of Confession in Liturgical Life I. The Ancient Mandate: A Shared Heritage From the earliest days of Christianity, repentance has been recognized as the essential prerequisite for […]
Happy St Columbanus Day (Irish Apostle of Europe)
In commemoration of the great Saint that brought 12 Culdee Irish Priests to Europe, and converted the Continent, let us remember him as we do our standard evening prayers. The Celtic prayer of Saint Columbanus used in the standard (Episcopal) Evening Service: A prayer for light Grant us, Lord, the lamp of charity which never […]
Celtic Orthodox, Preserving Trumpets Feasts in their liturgies
Celtic Orthodox, Preserving Trumpets Feasts in their liturgies Heralding Christ’s soon return to His covenant True Israel people! For our Brethren now celebrating Christ’s soon return, maybe it will be TODAY, this Holy Day and New Moon day (1st day of the 7th Month). As Christ was foretold will return in Glory and we appear […]
Free book: “Primitive Worship and The Prayer Book”, Appreciating Our (BCP) English Orthodox Liturgy
Dear Friend, Please enjoy this highly uplifting book that expounds upon the value and origins of our English liturgy (Book of Common Prayer). This PDF is now in public domain (as it was published in 1917) and so is freely re-distributable such as found below. You can best get it as a book in print from amazon […]
Hours of Prayer (A Collection of Private Devotions) English Orthodox Liturgy of 1560
English Orthodox Liturgical supplement of 1560. A Collection of Private Devotions: In the practice of The Ancient Church called The Hours of Prayer as they were after this manner published by authority of Queen Elizabeth, 1560. Taken out of the Holy Scriptures, the ancient Fathers, and the Divine Service of our own church. Reprint from […]
Free PDF E-Booklet: “Going Ape Over Political, Academic, Journalistic, and Ecumenical “Monkeybusiness”: A Swiss Tale — My Tribute to and Prayer for Christendom, Balaicius”
Below is a booklet by Balaicius, written in line with the Psalms we all daily chant together in agreement and pray for deliverance from the invading enemy savages. His ideas elaborate on some more meatier topics of how God has historically delivered His covenant nations. Some may say his ideas are extreme, however still they are […]
Daily Collect – Prayer of Saint Columba
DAILY COLLECT Prayer of St. Columba of Iona Kindle in our hearts, O God, the flame of love that never ceases, that it may burn in us, giving light to others. May we shine for ever in your temple, set on fire with your eternal light, even your Son Jesus Christ(Yahshua), our Saviour and Redeemer. […]
PDF: “ECCLESIASTICAL ANTIQUITIES OF THE CYMRY” OR THE ANCIENT BRITISH CHURCH ITS HISTORY, DOCTRINE, AND RITES
More on our Scythian connected tribe of the Cymri(Welsh). Free Book PDF: “ECCLESIASTICAL ANTIQUITIES OF THE CYMRY” OR THE ANCIENT BRITISH CHURCH ITS HISTORY, DOCTRINE, AND RITES Book download link https://watchman.news/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Eccles-Antiqu-of-The-Cymry.pdf You may also find it in one of our Facebook libraries: https://www.facebook.com/groups/337184059802470/files/ “A very comprehensive book on our church history.” – Abp. Stephen Michael […]
The Abrahamic Blessing (For regular recitation)
Abrahamic Blessing (Deuteronomy 28 blessings for obedience) By the Blood of Yahshua comes all the Blessings of Abraham upon us. (Galatians 3:13-16) “And You are the head and not the tail. You are above only and not beneath. You lend and do not borrow. You walk in health and not in sickness. You […]