Mini Gallery: St John the Theologian Skete, Hiram Ohio

I was able to make a quick "get acquainted visit" at St John's Skete on November 20, on my way south from New Skete in New York. This historic men's skete was initially an OCA monastery, but the property was transferred to the Russian Church Abroad (ROCOR) after the original community was invited to retire …

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ANOTHER NEW PHOTO GALLERY! – St Herman of Alaska, Hudson OH

I am determined to get caught up on posting photographs I've made at the wonderful parishes which have hosted my presentation on Orthodox monasticism and helped support the Thebaid Project. My heartfelt thanks to Fr Basil Rusen and the parish of St Herman of Alaska in Hudson OH, for their friendship, generosity and prayers! If …

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NEW PHOTO GALLERY! — Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, Overland Park KS

I was honored to be invited by Fr Timothy Sawchak to give my presentation on Orthodox Monasticism and the North American Thebaid on September 30. Holy Trinity is celebrating their Centennial this year, and it was very special to me to be able to honor this milestone by making some photos for them. Visit the …

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