Monthly Archives: August 2011

“Orthodox Writers and Readers” Series Launch: Molly Sabourin

It’s 9:38 am on any given Sunday and I’m at church–or rather, I’m physically present at St. Elizabeth’s but not yet “there,” if you know what I mean. Ideally, I’d have spent the previous ninety minutes or so in quiet … Continue reading

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Final Countdown to “Orthodox Writers and Readers”

One week from today, the Orthodox Writers and Readers series will begin on this blog. September 1 is the official start of the Orthodox church year, so it seems a good day for a new beginning. I am thrilled to … Continue reading

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“The Help”: Is it helpful?

I read an excellent article by Sophia Nelson in The Huffington Post this morning about “The Help,” a new and controversial film just released here in the States. Nelson’s article is not the first strongly negative response to this film … Continue reading

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UPDATE on Orthodox Writers and Readers Series

This week, I received the first submissions for the Orthodox Writers and Readers series, which will launch at the start of the Orthodox church year in September. I can’t wait till you can read them, too! There is so much … Continue reading

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