• Dormition Fast: A Call to Rededication
    Dormition Fast: A Call to Rededication
    In preparation of the Feast of the Dormition, the traditional rule for the Dormition Fast is a strict abstinence from August 1 to 14...
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  • United Through the Bread
    United Through the Bread
    I began this morning feeling at full health, with immense gratitude for Christ’s guidance. I felt like my true self again after much needed rest! I made my way throughout the city, as a true and lone pilgrim, finding the nearest Mass I could.
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  • Invitation to Take Christ’s Hand
    Invitation to Take Christ’s Hand
    This day, our group went on a 2.5 hr pilgrimage (walking) to the place where the Vigil Mass with the Pope was held. I am in awe of their strength and courage, because they weathered an intense heat wave that caused hundreds of people to have heat exhaustion...
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  • Divine Liturgy with East and West
    Divine Liturgy with East and West
    This day gave an insight as to how beautifully united our Catholic Church is. It began with our regular group breakfast time, Slovak Catechesis, and then one of the most beautiful Liturgies I’ve ever attended happened.
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  • Standing with Her Sunday
    Standing with Her Sunday
    Standing with Her Sunday is an initiative that aims to empower and uplift women around the world. The National Simulcast will take place August 27, 2023 at 7PM ET. The Crisis: 40% of women who've previously had abortions...
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  • Creating a Sense of REAL Philia
    Creating a Sense of REAL Philia
    Today was a full day with plenty to see. The Pope arrived for the opening ceremony,..
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  • Early Registration Deadline! Women’s Renewal
    Early Registration Deadline! Women’s Renewal
    Our Keynote Speaker is Lynne Wardach of ByziMom and Rev. Dennis Hrubiak will serve as spiritual director.  Early registration ends September 1!  
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  • We are Pilgrims: Reflecting on Fatima
    We are Pilgrims: Reflecting on Fatima
    I was grateful for Bishop Milan reminding us throughout our trip that we are pilgrims and comfort is not guaranteed...
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  • Highlights from Family & Cantor Camp 2023!
    Highlights from Family & Cantor Camp 2023!
    Our Family & Cantor Camp took place July 16-20 at Christ's Peace Center in Easton, KS. Fifteen families, or 84 participants, joined us for a weekend of fellowship, prayer, and spiritual formation in the Byzantine Catholic Tradition. 
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  • Speakers Announced! Annual Pilgrimage
    Speakers Announced! Annual Pilgrimage
    The day concludes with the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy. Bishop Kurt Burnette will serve as Sunday's guest speaker and Bishop Edward Malesic as Homilist.
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  • Byzantine Youth Reach Lourdes
    Byzantine Youth Reach Lourdes
    We happily arrived in Lourdes, France around 6:00 PM after a long day of traveling by bus. Upon arrival, we quickly shuttled out as our Priests & Bishop made themselves available for confession...
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  • August Holy Days
    August Holy Days
    August is the time in which the Byzantine Church celebrates two great feasts: The Transfiguration of Our Lord (August 6th) and the Dormition (Falling Asleep) of the Theotokos (August 15th). 
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  • Christ’s Love IS Tangible
    Christ’s Love IS Tangible
    Beginning in Italy, around 4:30 AM, we woke up to pouring rain, thunder, and lightning. A gas station with a coffee bar stood before our empty stomachs and tired bodies....
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  • Embarking on Our Pilgrimage
    Embarking on Our Pilgrimage
    Today began with a small group of Americans and Slovaks, initially having no connection or idea of who was who or what was what. With a big adventure ahead...
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  • Young Adults from the Whole Metropolia on a Missionary Trip in Slovakia
    Young Adults from the Whole Metropolia on a Missionary Trip in Slovakia
    A group of young adults from the USA is currently serving on a missionary trip in Slovakia. They are serving as chaperones at an English Camp...
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  • Ohioans-August 8!
    Ohioans-August 8!
    Vote Yes on Issue 1. Protect the Ohio State Constitution from pro-abortion and anti-parental rights amendments!
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  • Pray to End Abortion-Free Devotionals
    Pray to End Abortion-Free Devotionals
    Consider this your reminder to pray to end abortion, a pressing issue that requires our collective efforts.
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  • Stewardship Appeal Exceeds Goal
    Stewardship Appeal Exceeds Goal
    This year’s campaign has been highly successful! We finished at 114% of our goal of $220,000 with $251,000 raised exceeding our goal by $31,000.
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  • 14 Parishes Exceed Stewardship Goal To-Date
    14 Parishes Exceed Stewardship Goal To-Date
    Congratulations to the following 14 parishes who have exceeded their Stewardship Appeal goal!  
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  • How does Issue 1 affect Ohio's preborn and the right to life?
    How does Issue 1 affect Ohio's preborn and the right to life?
    Issue 1 is a common-sense resolution to elevate the standards necessary to amend Ohio's Constitution—ensuring every citizen has a voice when changing our founding document. Learn how Issue 1 will affect Ohio's preborn and the right to life!
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