Parables of Community St. John the Compassionate Mission, and Ancient Faith Ministries

A community member and Father Nicolaie each reflect on their experience with an aspect of the Gospel story of the young man who was possessed.

It is always better to give than to receive. When we try to help other people, we tend to forget their need to also be able to give.

St. Gregory Palamas believed in beholding through prayer the uncreated energies of God. A young volunteer reveals to the community that this is not one quick event that pierces the soul. It is rather an encounter for the whole day.

Frank (or Isaac, in the Church), a regular member of the community, passed away suddenly near the end of March. A mixup with his phone provided the community with the chance to learn of his passing, and opened the door for his daughter to share her grief with others who also loved her father.

A question recently posed at the mission caused Fr. Nicolaie to recall an experience he had when he was a teacher in Romania; and to reflect on how we each have our very own occasional "Emmaus" roads.

Brother Luke shares a collection of interactions and experiences from within the community.