(YYP)  YIAYIA AND THE PROSPHORON written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. A brightly colored book for young children about baking the Prosphora for the Divine Liturgy and its meaning. It includes a recipe for making Prosphora and prayers said.  24pp. Hardcover  c$18.00    Order

(LWS) THE LIVES OF WOMEN SAINTS IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH by Eleni Ganouri. A special collection of 80+ brief lives of women saints of the Church, most of which are accompanied by a color icon. Two appendices list women healers and women saints of Egypt.  Paper  292pp. e$35.00    Order



(EASA) ELDER ANTHIMOS OF SAINT ANNE’S: The Wise and God-Bearing Contemporary Father of Athos by Dr. Charalambos M. Bousias.  Elder Anthimos, who reposed in 1996, was a great model of prayer and fasting and a guide for many monastics and laity alike.  This English edition contains a biography of the Elder, his teachings and counsels, accounts of many wondrous signs, and accounts by his contemporaries.  Included is a liturgical service and suppllicatory canon composed in his honor.  Hard Cover  276pp.  e$30.00    Order


(GNB) GOOD NEWS BIBLE with Deutero-canonicals. This translation makes reading of the Holy Bible easier to comprehend. Contains all the books of the Septuagint translation of the Old Testament. The Septuagint translation is the version the Holy Apostles used. This book also contains New Testament passages quoted or paraphrased from the Septuagint. Hard Cover  1866pp. f$17.00.    Order


(GNT) GREEK NEW TESTAMENT.  A deluxe pocket edition bound in leather, gold stamped covers and page edges, with full color icons, chapter heads and mini illustrations. Leather slip case protects the book. Appendix with list of readings for Feast Days, Sundays of the year, Holy Week and various ranks of saints.  803pp.  4 x 5-1/4 in.  $22.00. Supply limited.    Order


(HEX) HEXAEMERON, PARADISE, AND CAIN AND ABEL by St Ambrose of Milan.. Vol. 42 of The Fathers of the Church series.  Translated by John J. Savage. One of the patristic works treating the six days of creation, influenced by the homilies of St. Basil the Great, and translated into English for the first time. The shorter homilies on Paradise and Cain and Abel were written shortly after the main work. St. Ambrose writes in a lyrical style very easy to understand.  Paper  449pp. e$40.00    Order


(CJC1) COMMENTARY ON JOHN, Vol. 1 by St. Cyril of Alexandria, translated by David R. Maxwell.  Ancient Christian Texts Series.  A new English translation of one of the greatest of the early Church Fathers, known for his mastery of the full contents of the Bible, and a great defender against Arianism. His attention to detail and practical teaching are a joy to read.  Subject and Scriptural Index.  Hard Cover  375pp.     d$60.00     Order


(CA) COMMENTARY ON THE APOCALYPSE. Vol. 123 of the Fathers of the Church series.  By Andrew of Caesaria. Translated by Eugenia Constantinou. An objective and calm explanation of the Apocalypse. Andrew does not fall into the trap of associating the Apocalypse with events of his time.  Hard Cover  270pp. e$40.00    Order


(OSS) ON THE SONG OF SONGS by St. Gregory the Great (+640). Translated by Mark DelCogliano. Saint Gregory was a master of exegesis. His interpretations are theologically profound and beautifully clear. An Introduction contrasts some selections with the commentary of St. Ambrose of Milan, and Appendices reference commentaries on St. Gregory’s work by Venerable Bede and William of Thierry.  Paper  326pp.  e$35.00    Order


(BKE) THE BOOK OF THE ELDERS: SAYINGS OF THE DESERT FATHERS Translated by John Wortley.. The complete “systematic” collection of the sayings of the desert fathers arranged by subject, translated from the Greek  Contains a glossary and Index by name.  Hard cover.  386pp.  e$50.00    Order


(PENT) PENTHOS: THE DOCTRINE OF COMPUNCTION IN THE CHRISTIAN EAST by  Renee Hausherr. Penthos is the deep awareness which comes upon the Christian when he (she) realizes that his (her) own sins cut him (her) off from the fullness of God’s presence, and is often referred to as “Godly sorrow.” Based heavily on the writings of the desert fathers.  Paper  200pp. e$30.00    Order


(DLC) THE DIVINE LITURGY, A Commentary in the Light of the Fathers by Hieromonk Gregorios, translated by Elizabeth Theokritoff.  This commentary is compiled from the writings and eucharistic experiences of the holy Evangelists and the God-bearing Fathers, who have seen the true Light, who have heard the Word and ‘touched the immaculate head of the Master’, and who are eternally contemporary (from the Foreword). This is an English translation from the Greek which has been in circulation for many years. “It is needful to understand the miracle of the Mysteries: what it is, why it was given, and what is its profit.”- St. John Chrysostom.  369pp. Hardcover  e$34.00    Order


(SBN) A SMALL BOOK OF NEEDS. Compiled by the Brotherhood of St. Tikhon of Zadonsk. 2nd Revised edition.  A handy edition for clergy, it includes sections of prayers for child-birth, prayers for the sick, confession, for the home, and many other useful prayers. Sturdy hard cover.  236pp. d$30.00    Order


(HF) HOLY FIRE: THE MIRACLE OF HOLY SATURDAY AT THE TOMB OF CHRIST: 45 HISTORICAL ACCOUNTS. Compiled by Haris Skarlakidis. The book covers a period of 8 centuries, from the 9th to the 16th century, with many first-person accounts of The Holy Fire. You will want copies of this book for friends and relatives. Profusely illustrated.  A few copies in Greek are also available.  Paper  264pp. e$25.00   Order


(CHP)  CHURCH, PAPACY AND SCHISM, A Theological Enquiry by Philip Sherrard. Opening with an exposition of of the reality and meaning of the Church and of the episcopate’s function within it, Philip Sherrard goes on to trace the emergence in the East and West of differing ecclesiologies, each in its turn determining a different form of Church government. This third edition of Church, Papacy and Schism has a new Preface by Vincent Rossi which assesses Sherrard’s contribution to the question of the schism and its healing in the light of present ecumenical dialogue. 116pp.  Paper e$9.00    Order


(GEL)  THE GREEK EAST AND THE LATIN WEST, A Study in the Christian Tradition by Philip Sherrard. Sherrard’s classic study of the division of Christendom into the Greek East and Latin West seeks to indicate both the fundamental character and some of the consequences of this division. He argues persuasively that the philosophical and even theological differences, remote as they might seem from practical affairs, are symptoms of a deep divergence of outlook that has profoundly affected the history of ideas and hence the whole course of European history. 212pp. Paper  e$13.50    Order


(HIWI)  HUMAN IMAGE: WORLD IMAGE, The Death and Resurrection of Sacred Cosmology by Philip Sherrard. By setting the modern scientific picture of the universe and man’s place in it against the background of pre-Christian and Christian cosmology and anthropology, the author shows unambiguously how our acceptance of the picture of the universe as described by modern science has literally enslaved us to a vast collective lie whose ramification in the major spheres of our thought and action cannot but vandalize and desecrate both ourselves and the world in which we live. 187pp.  Paper e$16.00   Order


(MUR)  THE MURDERESS, A Social Tale by Alexandros Papadiamandis, translated by Liadain Sherrard, edited by Kamperidis and Denise Harvey. Mr. Papadiamandis is long considered one of Greece’s most important writers, and this novel is regarded as his finest work. First published in 1903, set on his native island of Evia, with a background of the living presence of the Church, the author explores the particular quality evil has of disguising itself as good, but without ever passing judgement on the murderess herself.  120pp.  Paper e$11.00    Order


(LIS)  LOVE IN THE SNOW by Alexandros Papadiamantis, translated by J. Coggin and Z. Lorensatos. Written in 1896, set on the Greek island of Skiathos, his birthplace, this is one of Papadiamandis’s most poignant tales, among the “tragedies of man’s loneliness.”  A monograph in English translation with Greek text.  29pp. Paper e$9.00    Order


(TM137) LAMENTATIONS OF HOLY AND GREAT SATURDAY. Sung in English, using the translation of Holy Transfiguration Monastery. This is the only recording of the complete Lamentations (or Encomia) with Psalm 118, chanted beautifully and compunctionately by a single soprano voice and a priest with ensemble support, from the Joy of All Who Sorrow Orthodox Church, Culver City, CA.  A wonderful addition to Lenten music.  e$16.00   Order

(STG) ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON By Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. Young children (and adults) will enjoy this brightly illustrated story of St. George and his encounter with the dragon, and the interesting facts and puzzle at the end.  Full Color  Large format. Hard Cover  20pp  c$18.00    Order

(MGF) MY GREEK FESTIVAL by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis.  A coloring and activity book with stickers and posters celebrating the ethnic festivals held at many Greek Churches.  Paper  16pp.  Large Format c$7.00   Order

(CTE) CELEBRATE THE EARTH: Psalm 104: Retold & illustrated by Dorrie Papademetriou. A delightful picture book for very young children about the creation, based on the verses of Psalm 104.  Full color  Hard cover  Large Format  22pp. d$18.00   Order

(FOC) FEASTS OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH: AN EDUCATIONAL COLORING BOOK BY Anna Larsen. Children can learn of the yearly cycle of the Great Feasts of the Orthodox Church and are introduced to traditional pious customs related to each feast. Non-iconographic pictures for coloring and a ruled space for writing descriptions and notes.  Paper  31pp. e$8.00    Order

(LAV) LEARN ABOUT VESTMENTS. This coloring book contains vestment designs based on real Russian Orthodox vestments for bishop, priest and deacon, with designs for coloring, tracing and creating. There are full descriptions of the various pieces.  Paper  28pp. e$7.00   Order

(OHN) OUR HYMN OF THE NATIVITY by All Saints G. O. Monastery. Companion book to OUR HYMN TO THE THEOTOKOS, this full color picture book for very young children illustrates one of the Vesper hymns of the Nativity with simple Byzantine style illustrations.  Hard cover  Large format  44pp.  d$20.00   Order

ST. NECTARIOS OF PENTAPOLIS AND THE ISLAND OF AEGINA. THE MONASTIC IDEAL. This is the first extensive work on our holy father St. Nectarios. His holiness shines through every page of the book. It is a joy to read.
    (NE1) Vol. 1, The later Life of the Saint and the Establishment of the Holy Trinity Convent. Paper  257pp. e$18.00   Order
    (NE2) Vol. 2, The Catechetical Letters  Paper  253pp. e$18.00.   Order

(ENA) EN ARCHE: EVOLUTION GENESIS AND THE CHURCH FATHERS By Michael Azkoul. The book aims to expose Darwinian or Neo-Darwinian pretentions, contrasting them with the teachings of the Fathers. Glossrary, Index and Bibliography. Paper   107pp. d$15.00.   Order

(RM) THE RATIONAL MAN ACCORDING TO ST. ANTHONY THE GREAT By Constantine Cavarnos. The rational man of St. Anthony is none other than St. Paul’s “new man,” whose mind has been “renewed” (Rom. 12:2), that is the Christian mystic, the saint, or one who is on the way to becoming such. Paper  6pp. d$2.00.   Order

(CHM) CHRISTIAN MORALITY by  St. Nicodemos the Hagiorite. Translated and edited by Monk Patapios, Monk Father Chrysostomos, and Archbishop  Chrysostomos. A challenging work which requires study and prayer to fulfill the directions of St. Nicodemos on all aspects of life. The most exhaustive of St. Nicodemos' writings.   Paper  616pp.  d$35.00   Order

(TD) THE TYPIKON DECODED. By Archimandrite Job Getcha. This is a longed-for work on understanding the Typikon, the rule by which the services of the church are regulated. It includes an extensive bibliography and glossary. The time spent in reading this book is well spent for those who wish to understand how the services are set up.  Paper. 313pp. d$26.00.   Order

COMMENTARY ON ISAIAH by St. Cyril of Alexandria, trans. by Robert Charles Hill. One of the most articulate of the Church Fathers, St. Cyril wrote many commentaries in the 5th century. Newly available, this is another treasure of Old Testament clarification for modern readers.

        (COI-2) COMMENTARY ON ISAIAH, Vol. 2: Chapters 15-39.  Paper  348pp.  d$20.00   Order

        (COI-3) COMMENTARY ON ISAIAH, Vol. 3: Chapters 40-50. Paper  262pp.  d$20.00   Order

(OPQ)THE OECUMENICAL PATRIARCHATE AND THE QUESTION OF GREEK-TURKISH RELATIONS THROUGH THE CENTURIES By Constantine Cavarnos. An amazing impartial appraisal of the Oecumenical Patriarchate and of Greek-Turkish relations over the centuries. Paper  104pp. e$9.00    Order

(SCE) THE SCENT OF HOLINESS: LESSONS FROM A WOMEN’S MONASTERY by Constantina R. Palmer. If you’re a woman who’s read of Mt. Athos and longed to partake of its grace-filled atmosphere this book is for you. Men who wish to understand how women’s spirituality differs from their own will find it fascinating as well. The author vividly describes her experiences of many visits to a convent in the countryside of Greece.  Paper  286pp. d$19.00   Order

(LSL) LETTERS TO SAINT LYDIA by Melinda Johnson.  A young adult novel treating social issues faced by teens and young adults today, as well as the question of Faith in the form of correspondence between a young woman and Saint Lydia. Parental guidance advised for young teens.  Paper  207pp.  d$18.00   Order
(TM136) I WILL SING UNTO THE LORD. Selections from Vespers, Orthros, the Akathist to the Theotokos and other hymns chanted by the Choir of the Summer School of Liturgical Music at Holy Trinity Monastery, Jordanville, NY. In Slavonic.  CD  e$17.00   Order

(DORD) THE DORMITION OF THE MOTHER OF GOD. Narrated by Matushka Cindy Williams.  The account of St. Dimitry of Rostov of the Dormition of the Theotokos from the Great Collection of the Lives of Saints.  CD  d$15.00   Order

(JND) THE LIFE OF THE HOLY APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST JOHN THE THEOLOGIAN narrated by Fr. Chad Williams from the Great Collection of the Lives of Saints by St. Dimitry of Rostov.  CD  e$15.00   Order

(SHHJ)   THE STORY OF HOLY HIERARCH JOHN MAXIMOVITCH, THE NEW WONDERWORKER by Catalin Grigore, illustrated by Adela Maria Calistru.  At last, a life of our beloved St. John of Shanghai and San Francisco written and illustrated for children in vivid words and color. The life of this contemporary saint will inspire all who read it.  Age 7 and up. 36pp.  Large format  Paper  a$14.00  Order

(HPM)  THE HOLY PROPHET MOSES AND THE PEOPLE OF ISRAEL by Catalin Grigore, illustrated by Adela Maria Calistru. The story of the Prophet Moses and how he led the Israelites from the bondage of Egypt into the promised land, brightly illustrated in color and retold for children of all ages.  Age 7 and up  32pp.  Large format  Paper  a$12.00  Order

(WJB) WISE JOSEPH AND HIS BROTHERS by Catalin Grigore, illustrated by Adela Maria Calistru. The beautiful example of deliverance and forgiveness in the life of the Patriarch Joseph and his brothers. Vividly retold and illustrated for children age 7 and up.  32pp.  Large format  Paper  a$12.00  Order




(WDH)  WHAT DO YOU HEAR, ANGEL? by Elizabeth Crispina Johnson, illustrated by Masha Lobastov.  A beautifully illustrated, full color, delightful book for pre-school children.  Annie’s going for a walk in the woods with her angel, for everything Annie hears – a frog, a bird, a brook – the angel hears a corresponding song of praise in heaven.  The author/illustrator team that brought you And Then Nicholas Sang now shows young children that heaven and earth are not so very far apart, after all. Large format, cloth.  29pp  d$19.00  Order

(LWL) LENT! WONDERFUL LENT! by Debra Sancer, illustrated by Amy Stokes. A beautiful full color illustrated book for children 7 -11 age range, explaining the meaning and traditions of Great Lent and Pascha.  Large format, cloth.  24pp e$16.00  Order



(OA5) ORTHODOX ACTIVITIES #5 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book about Pascha for children with 16 pages including mazes, coloring pages and join the dots with concise text in both English and Greek. Large format  16pp d$4.00  Order

(OA6) ORTHODOX ACTIVITIES #6 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book about the Nativity for children with 16 pages including mazes, coloring pages, join the dots and crafts with concise text in both English and Greek. Large format  16pp d$4.00  Order

(CHC) CHRISTMAS IN COLORING ICONS illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book about Nativity for children with 16 pages including coloring pages, icon stickers and full color poster. Includes concise text in both English and Greek. Large format  16pp d$6.00  Order

(HNM1)  MY SYNAXARION OF HOLY NEW-MARTYRS #1, written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book of 14 saints, with coloring pages, icon stickers and full color poster. Includes concise text in both English and Greek. Large format Paper 16pp d$7.00  Order

(HNM2)  MY SYNAXARION OF HOLY NEW-MARTYRS #2, written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book of 14 more saints, with coloring pages, icon stickers and full color poster. Includes concise text in both English and Greek. Large format Paper 16pp d$7.00  Order





(TFP) TWO FRIENDS AT PANAGIA TSAMPIKA ON RHODES by Presbytera Eleni Stati-Lephki, illusrated by Angeliki Delecha.  Two 8-year Greek American boys visit the island of Rhodes and learn the story of the miraculous icon of the Mother of God of Tsampika. A brightly illustrated, charming story for ages 7 and up.  Large format.  28pp.  Paper  d$15.00  Order

(HIC)  A HISTORY OF THE CHURCH, From the Day of Pentecost Until the Council of Chalcedon, A.D. 29 – A.D. 451, For Children by John Mason Neale.  This book was written by J.M. Neale in 1852.  Neale, an Anglican from London, was the first Westerner whose written history of the Eastern Church was praised by the Church Patriarchs. He is best known as a hymn writer and translator having enriched English hymnody with many ancient and medieval hymns translated from the Greek and Latin. He also wrote a number of works for children emphasizing the faith and life of the Early Church. It is written in an engaging style that is readily understandable to younger children ages 8 and up.  Large format,  coil binding.  Paper 105pp  e$16.00   Order

(SCH) STORIES OF CHURCH HISTORY, Inspiring Stories of Faith, Struggle and Triumph by John Mason Neale.  A collection of short stories by J.M.Neale, originally published in the 1800’s.  Neale, an Anglican from London, was the first Westerner whose written history of the Eastern Church was praised by the Church Patriarchs. He is best known as a hymn writer and translator having enriched English hymnody with many ancient and medieval hymns translated from the Greek and Latin. He also wrote a number of works for children emphasizing the faith and life of the Early Church. Large format, coil binding.  Paper  207pp  e$23.00  Order

(DB) DIAMONDS ON THE BOSPHORUS by Aliki Kafezopoulou, Translated from the Greek by Efrosyni Zisimou Robinson, Edited by Lawrence Damian Robinson and the St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood.  A historical novel for young adults set in Constantinople in A.D. 400, during the time of the empress Eudoxia’s persecution of St. John Chrysostom.  It is the story of the choice made by Christians throughout the centuries: to follow the path of Christ or the path of worldly glory: two young people raised in the Christian virtues become intertwined with intrigue in the imperial court and the persecutions raised against St. John.  Paper.  142pp  d$13.00  Order

(STM) STRANGER MOON by Heather Zydek.  A novel for teens, about friendship, curiosity and courage: a young and her friends spend their summer vacation spying on a strange woman while warding off the attacks from two bullies nick-named “The Emmas” and searching for a glimpse of a Luna moth. A good read. Paper 169pp d$12.00  Order

(BYZ3)  BYZANTIUM  330-1453,  Edited by Robin Cormack and Maria Vassilaki.  This magnificent publication, the  catalog of a landmark exhibition at the Royal Academy of the extraordinary artistic and cultural riches of Constantinople and its empire, illustrates and records some 320 Byzantine treasures drawn from monasteries, museums and institutions worldwide. Authoritative texts by nearly 100 leading scholars trace the history and cultural development of more than a thousand years of Byzantine art and spectacular illustrations of artifacts – from icons, wall paintings, mosaics, manuscripts to ivories, metalwork and items of jewelry – reveal the distinct style and character of Byzantine art and its influence on European traditions.  Large format, cloth with dust jacket.  494pp d$70.00   Order

(TIWP)  TECHNIQUES OF ICON AND WALL PAINTING, Egg Tempura, Fresco, Secco by Aidan Hart.  This is the most comprehensive book to date on the techniquest of icon and wall painting. Illustrated with over 450 color photos and 180 drawings, it will be a shource of pleasure and inspiration for the general reader as well as for the practicing icon painter. A technical manual, it also sets artistic practice in the context of the Church’s spirituality and liturgy, with chapters on the theology and history of the icon, the role and symbolism of the iconostasis, and the principles behind the positioning of wall paintings within churches. It is an indispensable reference text for iconographers or any painter working in egg tempura, fresco or secco. All the necessary processes are covered, including the making and gessoing of wooden panels, gilding, preparing pigments, lime plastering and fresco, the various techniques for painting tempura, right through to photographing the finished artwork.  Large format, cloth with dust jacket  430pp  e$70.00  Order

(LCH) THE LOVE CHAPTER, The Meaning of First Corinthians 13 by St. John Chrysostom. And now faith, hope and love abide, these three; But the greatest of these is Love. One of the most important teachings of St. Paul, the “love chapter” of the First Letter to the Corinthians Epistle. Translated into contemporary English for the first time, St. John Chrysostom’s commentary on First Corinthians 13 is an eloquent, beautiful and understandable reflection. Paper  89pp  d$13.00   Order

(EEG)  THE EXPLANATION OF THE EPISTLE OF SAINT PAUL TO THE GALATIANS by Blessed Theophylact, Archbishop of Ohrid and Bulgaria, translated by Fr. Christopher Stade.  This volume contains Blessed Theophylact’s commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians, the first of his commentaries on the Epistles translated into English.  A central theme of the Epistle is the question of the essence of the Christian life – is it based on correct practices or on faith. Paper  82pp  e$16.00  Order

(PBE) PRAYER BOOK OF THE EARLY CHRISTIANS translated and edited by John A McGuckin.  “Fr. John has done a great service to Christians everywhere by making the prayers of the early church available, particularly in such beautiful and accessible language. As we turn these pages we join with the saints of all ages in a united hymn of praise.” Frederica Mathewes-Green. Organized into liturgical prayers: Vespers, Compline, Orthros (Matins), First Hour and Third Hour; prayers for different occasions and prayers of the Ancient Saints and a section on The Jesus Prayer.  Cloth 195pp  d$24.00  Order

(CHEM) CHERUBIKA MUSIC,  Choir music to accompany the CD (TM 50), released in 2007 by Cherubika.  Includes thirteen selections of the Cherubic Hymn in musical notation and Historical Development of the Cherubic Hymn by Dimitri Conomos.  Large format with coil binding.  Paper  44pp e$18.00  Order
 
(AOHM) ATTEND, O HEAVEN MUSIC, Hymns of the Great Lent and Pascha.  Choir music to accompany the CD (TM 48) by St. Seraphim Choir, Santa Rosa, CA. Thirty two hymns with musical notation, including permission by the publisher to copy for liturgical use within a single parish or choir.  Large format, coil binding   Paper  e82pp $20.00  Order

(ED1) EMPIRICAL DOGMATICS, According to the Spoken Teaching of Father John Romanides, Volume 1: Dogma-Ethics-Revelation by Metropolitan Hierotheos of Nafpaktos.  The first of several volumes distilling the theological teachings of Fr. John Romanides, based on lectures and talks given in Greece and recorded.  Extracts from these talks form the basis of these books with commentary by Met. Hierotheos. This introductory volume contains biographical material, Fr. John’s teaching on the relationship between dogma and ethics, the experience and bearers of revelation (prophets, apostles, fathers, etc.), and the living monuments of revelation (Holy Scripture and Holy Tradition). This theological treasure, beautifully translated from the Greek, is a priceless addition to Orthodox theology.  345pp.  Paper  e$33.00  Order

(ML3) MISSIONARY LETTERS OF SAINT NIKOLAI VELIMIROVICH (Part 3),  Letters 201 – 300,  edited and translated by Hieromonk Serafim (Baltic).  Volume 8 from A Treasury of Serbian Orthodox Spirituality.  A continuation of the letters of correspondence between St. Nikolai and the ordinary people of the 1920’s and 1930’s, and most of the issues discussed are as current today as they were then: practical questions and answers which appear in the spiritual struggle.  First half book in English, second half book in Serbian.  Includes "A Hundred Points of Ljubostinja" - short writings on Faith written from prison. . Paper 357pp  d$15.00  Order

(AAOC)  ATLAS OF AMERICAN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCHES, edited by Alexei Krindatch.  An atlas and reference book with timeline and history from 1794 to present, telling the story of the Orthodox Christian in the United States. Some 2,400 local parishes belong to more than twenty various national Orthodox Church bodies and this work provides an overview for the Orthodox and non-Orthodox, academic and non-academic readers. It includes demographic maps and a listing of Orthodox Churches as of 2010 in the U.S. by state, with county breakdown including type and number of parishes, monastic communities, adherents and regular attendees. “A much-needed snapshot of Orthodox Christianity in these early years of the twenty-first century.”  Large format Paper  221pp  e$20.00  Order

(RMR) THE ROYAL MARTYRS OF RUSSIA, The Last Tsar of Russia and his Family by J. Eupehmia Briere. A biography of the last Tsar of Russia, Nicholas II, and his family based on contemporary writings and documents, displaying the family’s example of humility, steadfast Christian faith, courage, love and forgiveness of enemies. An encouraging book in these times of increasing secularism wherin we encounter subtle, as well as overt, presecution of Christianity. Contians many black and white photographs and icons, suitable for young adults and adults.  Large Format   Paper  58pp. b$15.00  Order  Also available as an e-book.  NOTE:  E-book will be sent via e-mail to the address provided in the order.  No additional postage will be incurred.  $5.00  Order
(TRN)  TREASURES NEW AND OLD, Writings by and about St. Nikolai Velimirovich,  edited by Bishop Maxim (Vasiljevic) This book provides us with an extensive overview of his life, important testimonies about his personality and offers essential insights into his theology. He can rightly be described as an enlightener of  the English-speaking world. His Prologue of Ochrid has become a standard work on the lives of the saints.   Paper  167pp.  e$18.00.    Order

(CEJ)  COMMENTARY ON THE EPISTLES OF ST. JOHN THE THEOLOGIAN, by Archimandrite Justin Popovich, translated from the Serbian by Radomir M. Plavsic.  Archimandrite Justin Popovich (1894-1979), wrote this commentary in 1945 while staying in the monasteries of the Ovcar-Kablar Gorge in Serbia.  Reading St. John’s holy Epistles along with Fr. Justin’s inspirational commentary, the reader is drawn to the Apostle of Love, and, through him, to Christ the God-man: the God of Love and the Only Lover of Man.  A beautiful book.  Paper  93pp  e$15.00.   Order

(MGM)  MAN AND GOD-MAN, by Archimandrite Justin Popovich.  The longing for God and desire for a single, logical unity is eloquently expressed in this anthology of articles by Father Justin, including a chapter “sketching out” the Theory of  Knowledge of Saint Isaac the Syrian.  There are black and white illustrations of mosaics from the Chora Monastery in the text, and a supplement with color and black and white icons and photographs of Fr. Justin. Includes an extensive bibliography of his works.  Paper  145pp.  e$15.00  Order

(DEM)  SAINT DEMETRIOS THE MYRRH-FLOWING, Illustrated Lives of the Saints #5, by Dionysios Potamitis, illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. The life of the Holy Martyr St. Demetrios of Thessalonica, and descriptions of the many miracles performed by him. Beautiful full color illustrations. Includes a CD of the book read aloud by Dr. Chrissi Hart.  Large format.  Hard cover 26pp. c$20.00    Order

MY FIRST COLORING BOOKS illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. A series of 5 small format, 9-page coloring books of simple subjects for young children.  d$1.00 ea.

(OHM)  OUR HYMN TO THE MOTHER OF GOD by the Sisters of All Saints Greek Orthodox Monastery.  Using words taken from the “Glory” hymn of Vespers of the Feast of the Dormition, and full-page iconographic illustrations, this book will introduce young children to the Mother of God through the poetry of the Church.  Full color. Large format.  40pp.  Hard cover  e$20.00   Order

(AOB)  ANIMALS OF THE BIBLE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN by Marie-Helene Delval, illustratred by Aurelia Fronty.  A selection of brief, paraphrased Bible stories for very young readers describing all of the animals mentioned therein. Full page colored illustrations, with an index at the end giving the source of each text. A novel way of presenting some of the biblical allegories to children.  94pp.  Hard Cover  d$16.50   Order

(D-21) LIFE OF ST. JOH MAXIMOVICH, Archbishop of Shanghai and San Francisco.  A DVD containing rare film footage of St. John, the glorification services, and first hand accounts of his, love, feats, and ascetic labors by people who knew St. John personally. Released on the 15th anniversary of his glorification. Color  57min.  e$20.00  Order

(OPJD) ON THE PRAYER OF JESUS by St. Ignatius Brianchaninov, on Compact Disc. The classic text read on 3 CDs, 3.5 hours.  e$36.00   Order

(LADD) THE LADDER OF DIVINE ASCENT by St. John Climacus, translated by Holy Transfiguration Monastery. The full text read on 8 CDs, approximately 8.5 hours.  e$59.00   Order

(NWD) THE LIFE OF THE HOLY HIERARCH AND WONDERWORKER NICHOLAS OF MYRA IN LYCEA. The life of St. Nicholas from the English edition of the Menology of St. Demetrius of Rostov, read on one CD (47 min.) by Nathan Williams.  e$15.00  Order

(TTD) TONETUTOR 101: An Audio Course in the Eight Tones of the Russian Orthodox Church. Presented by the St. Alexander Nevsky Church Ensemble, and based on the instruction system used at Holy Trinity Seminary, Jordanville, NY, these CDs “walk you through” the melody line of the tones, one musical phrase at a time. Entirely audio-based with quizzes and a 30-minute refresher course of four-part choral examples.  On 10 CDs, approx. 9.5 hours.  e$80.00  Order

(ASH) THE ASCETICAL HOMILIES OF SAINT ISAAC THE SYRIAN, Revised Edition, translated by Holy Transfiguration Monastery, are sublime treatises on the life of prayer and stillness—hesychasm—and have been treasured by monastics and layman alike. The book includes among other things an introduction discussing what we know of the Saint's life and the manuscripts of the homilies and the various translations of them, with maps, and Appendices with homilies by Saint Isaac only in the Syriac, a Glossary of special terms, and more. Includes all the homilies by Saint Isaac in the first edition plus two newly translated from the Syriac that were omitted from the first edition. A major work of scholarship.  Fine cloth bound edition, 6 x 9-3/4 in, printed in two colors on archival paper. Appendices B and D and the Epilogue on the Persian Church are not included, but are available as a free download from www.thehtm.org   608pp.   e$70.00    Order

(HBCT) HOLY BIBLE, COMPACT TEXT EDITION, KING JAMES VERSION. A handy edition, 6-1/2 x 4-1/2 inches, with bonded leather covers and gold-edged bible paper, with the words of our Lord in red and a concordance. Old and New Testament (without Apocrypha). 858pp.  d$10.00   Order

(NETS)  A NEW ENGLISH TRANSLATION OF THE SEPTUAGINT and the Other Greek Translations Traditionally Included Under that Title by Albert Peitersma and Benjamin G. Wright, Editors. A new translation in modern English published by Oxford University Press, printed on bible paper.  1026pp.  Hardcover  e$40.00   Order

(OPS) THE ORTHODOX PSALTER, THE PSALTERION OF THE PROPHET AND KING DAVID with the NINE ODES and the interpretation of how the Psalterion ought to be recited during the whole year by Holy Apostles Convent and Dormition Skete. Translated into English from the Greek according to the Seventy, and compiled, arranged, and versified according to the Greek Psalterion, including Patristic Commentary. With easy to read print.  419pp.  Hardcover  e$35.00     Order

(OPP) THE ORTHODOX PSALTER, The Psalterion According to the Seventy translated from the Greek by Holy Apostles Convent and Dormition Skete, and compiled, arranged, and versified according to the Greek Psalterion with the interpretation of how the Psalterion out to be recited during the whole year. Pocket edition with easy to read print.  282pp. Hardcover  e$30.00    Order

(PSP) A PSALTER FOR PRAYER, An Adaptation of the Classic Miles Coverdale Translation, Augmented by Prayers and Instructional Material Drawn  from Church Slavonic and Other Orthodox Christian Sources compiled, arranged, and edited by David Mitchell James.  This Church Slavonic Psalter is an “Augmented” Psalter, which is arranged for liturgical use and for the devotional recitation of the psalms as an act of prayer. It also includes Patristic Homilies.  This is a beautiful book with red and black print, two ribbon markers, large format, deluxe edition.  363pp.  Hardcover  d$44.00     Order

(GTN) GENESIS: THEN AND NOW, Highlights from Saint John Chrysostom’s Homilies on Genesis, plus Other Commentaries, compiled and edited by Johanna Manley.  The homilies of St. John are followed by relevant Christian commentaries, including Patristic and modern from: Saints Athanasius, Basil the Great; Gregory Palamas, Nikolai Velimirovich, Nectarios of Penapolis and John of Shanghai and San Francisco.  Large format  242pp. Hardcover  d$20.00   Order

(SHHC) THE STORY OF THE HOLY HEIRARCH CALINIC OF CERNICA, THE WONDERWORKER by Catalin Grigore, illustrated by Christina Ionescu-Berechet, translated by Medana Oltean.  The life of the beloved Abbot of the Cernica Monastery in present day Romania, who in the 18th century during the Turkish domination, was instrumental in renewing the Christian life of the Church.  A beautifully illustrated edition in full color for children. Large format  30pp.  Paper a$12.00    Order

(SSN) THE STORY OF THE HOLY HIERARCH NECTARIOS, THE WONDERWORKER, by Catalin Gregore, Illustrated by Cristina Ionescu-Berechet. Beautiful full color illustrations adorn the simple and graphic text of this life of our beloved Saint Nectarios of Aegina written for children 7 and up. Large format and glossary.  Paper  32pp. a$14.00   Order

(SSS) ST. SERAPHIM OF SAROV, written and Illustrated by Georgia Kalogerakis. A new picture book for children (Preschool and up) by the author of St. Gerasimos and Lion. Full-age illustrations tell the life of this favorite saint.  Large format, full color.   26pp.  Paper  a$16.00   Order

(LXT) THE LIFE OF CHRIST IN COLORING ICONS written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis.  A Orthodox coloring book for children with 21 icons to color, including coloring guides, and concise descriptions in English and Greek of icons of Christ’s life and the major feasts of the Church. Includes a full color poster icon.  Large format 24pp  Paper   d$6.00   Order

(LTH) THE LIFE OF THE THEOTOKOS IN COLORING ICONS written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis.  A Orthodox coloring book for children with 15 icons to color, including coloring guides, and concise descriptions in English and Greek of icons of the life of the Mother of God and major feasts of the Church. Includes a full color poster icon. Large format  24pp. Paper   d$6.00   Order

(SAK) SAINTS OF ALASKA, Orthodox Western Saints #1 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. From the Orthodox Childrens’ Books series, with 16 full color pages, 7 icons to color in, with coloring guides, mazes and other activities, 8 stickers and a full color poster. Completely bi-lingual in Greek and English. Large format  16pp.  Paper  d$7.00    Order

(SE)  SAINTS OF ENGLAND, Orthodox Western Saints #3 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. From the Orthodox Childrens’ Books series, this icon coloring book with 15 icons to color in and a short description of their lives, coloring guides, color stickers and a map of England showing where the saints lived and a large color poster. Completely bi-lingual in Greek and English, full color. Large format 16pp. Paper  d$7.00        Order   

(SI)  SAINTS OF IRELAND, Orthodox Western Saints #2 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. From the Orthodox Childrens’ Books series, this icon coloring book with 15 icons to color in and a short description of their lives, coloring guides, color stickers and a map of Ireland showing where the saints lived and a large color poster. Completely bi-lingual in Greek and English, full color.  Large format 16pp.  Paper
d$7.00      Order

(MSA) MY SYNAXARION OF THE HOLY APOSTLES, In Coloring Icons and Stickers written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis.  An Orthodox coloring book for children with 21 icons to color in, including each of the Holy Apostles, Pentecost and The Vine.  There are concise descriptions in both English and Greek. Includes coloring guides, 16 stickers and a full color poster. Large format   24pp.  Paper  d$7.00   Order

(MAA) MY ARCTIC ANIMALS FROM NOAH'S ARK written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. With both English and Greek text, this coloring book for children with 16 pages for coloring, including animals, puzzles, connect the dots and concise descriptions, including coloring guides, 8 stickers and a full color poster.  Large format  16pp.  Paper  d$6.00   Order

(MH)  MY HORSES FROM NOAH'S ARK  written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis.  Written in both Greek and English, this coloring book for children contains 15 breeds of horses and ponys with a short, informative description, and a coloring guide. Also there are 15 stickers and a large full color poster.  Large format  15pp.  Paper d$6.00   Order

(PET) MY PETS FROM NOAH'S ARK  written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. With both English and Greek text, this coloring book for children shows 16 animals often found as pets, with a short description and coloring guide.  Also there are 16 stickers and a full color poster.  Large format  16pp  Paper  d$6.00   Order

(OA4) ORTHODOX ACTIVITIES #4 written and illustrated by Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. An Orthodox coloring book for children with 16 pages to color and concise text in both English and Greek. Large format  16pp. Paper  d$4.00   Order

(OHB) OXFORD HISTORY OF BYZANTIUM, Edited by Cyril Mango.  A concise yet detailed history of Byzantium from its Roman beginning to the fall of Constantinople, with lively articles by several scholars and numerous color and black and white illustrations and maps this books covers people, politics, religion, culture and the legacy of this great civilization.  Extensive chronology, bibliography and index.  334pp.  Hard Cover  d$50.00   Order

(TECH) A TIMELINE OF EASTERN CHURCH HISTORY: The First Millennium,  by Kathryn Tsai.  This is a valuable tool on the history of the Eastern Church which lays out, year by year, the political, ecclesiastical, theological and cultural events of the First Millennium, and includes maps and an exhaustive index.  An overview of the events which shaped the Church from the Danube to the Pacific. Large format. Published at $35.00.   416pp.  Paper OUR PRICE d$15.00   Order

(ARK) THE ARK OF SALVATION,  A Young Adult’s Guide to the Orthodox Church by Saint Edward Brotherhood.  Written by the fathers of the St. Edward Brotherhood together with a group of young Orthodox Christians, this book explains clearly and simply why it is important to live our lives according to the teachings of the Orthodox Church. It includes discussion of Orthodox faith and worship, how to put this faith into practice and important moral and practical issues, including recent advances in science and medicine. An excellent work.  158pp.  Paper  e$20.00        Order    

(CBO)  THE COMPLETE BOOK OF ORTHODOXY, A Comprehensive Encyclopedia and Glossary of Orthodox Terms, Theology, History and Facts from A to Z compiled by George W. Grube.  This book contains approximately 3,000 entries defining terms used in the Orthodox Church, including the most commonly accepted definitions, attempts to communicate the accepted “mind of the Church.” 352pp.  Paper  d$30.00    Order

(HOM) HOMOOUSIOS, Orthodox Christian Answers to Statements by Other Faiths by a reader of the Eastern Orthodox Church.  A companion volume to “Dance, O Isaiah,” this work is written to show some of the ways in which Eastern Orthodox Christianity differs from several other faiths. In a question-and-answer style, this volume deals with Mormons, Seventh-Day Adventists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Christian Scientists, Ecumenists, Syncretists, Pluralists and Freemasons.  83pp.  Paper  e$7.50   Order

(NFP) NOSTALGIA FOR PARADISE, Guideposts on the path to the true Fatherland through our life in Christ by Alexander Kalomiros, translated and edited by George S. Gabriel.  Compelling and timely illumination on many topics, accessible to everyone because they avoid academic throries and philosophical discourse.  173pp.  Paper  d$19.00        Order

(SCR) THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, The Gesture, The Mystery, The History by Andreas Andreopoulos.  “The Christian of today grows quickly from the innocent child into adulthood and demands understanding of any simple behavior. ‘Why to sign with the crossing? Where did this practice begin? When and how?’  This book helps to answer these questions.” Protopresbyter Kyrillos Leret-Aldir.  152pp.  Paper  d$19.00   Order

(IHT2) ICONS OF THE MOST HOLY THEOTOKOS AND EVER VIRGIN MARY and Prayers for Her Intercession, Vol. 2 compiled by Theodore Khoury.  A collection of 50 well-known and beloved icons of the Mother of God, with an illustration, history, date of commemoration, and prayer or Troparion for each. This volume includes the icons Blachernae, Cassiope, Gethsemene, and Kursk Root and more.   113pp. Paper  e$15.00     Order

(PHDS) A PRACTICAL HANDBOOK FOR DIVINE SERVICES by Fr. Gregory Woolfenden. Compiled, translated and edited from Pravolslavnoe Bogosluzhenie by I.V. Gaslov and other Russian Orthodox liturgical sources, includes the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts. This is a descriptive outline of the services and rubrics (directions) for clergy, reader and choir. A most valuable tool for learning the services. 158pp. Paper  d$18.00   Order

(ORM) ORTHODOX MONASTACISM as the Way of Life of Prophets, Apostles and Martyrs by Metropolitan of Nafpaktos Heirotheos, translated from the Greek by Sister Pelagia Selfe. This new book by Met. Hierotheos brings to light the Orthodox understanding of monastacism and the monastic life as the Christian life, a life of repentance and keeping Christ’s commandments.  It includes sections on Orthodox Hesychastic Monastacism, Mount Athos and Mount Sinai, Canonical Structure of Monastacism and the Service of Tonsure.  487pp.  Paper  e$35.00      Order    

(AKG) THE AKATHIST HYMN. Text in Greek and English, with musical adaptation by Nancy Chalker Takis.  Set in modern English, this small format book is accompanied by a CD of the entire service.  117pp.  Hard Cover  f$15.00   Order

(PSI)  THE PRAYERS OF SAINT ISAAC THE SYRIAN, translated by Sebastian Brock.  Adapted by the Brotherhood of the Monastery of St. John, a collection of various the prayers of  St. Isaac in a handy pocket book.  29pp. Paper d$6.00   Order

(GBS)  A GUIDE TO BIBLICAL SITES IN GREECE AND TURKEY by Clyde E. Fant and Mitchell G. Reddish.  A fascinating historical and archaelogical guide book to the sites in Greece, including Cyprus, and Turkey mentioned in the New Testament, with walking directions, site maps, illustrations linked with recent archaelogical findings, historical charts, and a glossary of essential terms.  Also, the guide completely traces the journeys of the Apostle Paul across ancient Asia Minor, Greece and the islands of the Mediterranean.  395pp.  Paper  d$30.00    Order

(HLO) THE HOLY LAND: An Oxford Archaeological Guide from Earliest Times to 1700 by Jerome Murphy-O’Connor, OP.   A detailed guide to the Holy Land, including the city of Jerusalem,  with a section on the Christian Quarter, the Walls and Gates, Mount Sion, the City of David and the Kidron Valley and the Mount of Olives.  It includes many maps, practical advice and index.  551pp.  Paper e$38.00     Order

(UP)  THE UNKNOWN PILGRIM, The Soul’s Journey to God and to the Holy Mountain of Athos by Rene Gothoni.  A diary of a scholar’s week spent with a spiritual father on the Holy Mountain Athos. On this journey the pilgrim perceives the gap between what he should be and what he really is. 165pp. Paper d$12.00      Order

(PREA)  A PATRISTIC READER: A Collection of Brief Essays on Historical, Theological and Intellectual Issues in the Spirit of the Holy Fathers.  Varied articles including on “reading the Fathes”, “St. Gregory Palamas and the Spirit of Humanism’, “Latin Purgatory and the Orthodox View of the Afterlife” and more.  126pp.  Paper  d$9.00.   Order

(TM133) TODAY, UPON THE CROSS, Byzantine Court Chant and Laments from Good Friday by Romeiko Ensemble and Cherubic Chorus.  This 2 CD set includes Royal Hours and traditional Orthodox Carols chanted in Greek and re-enacted on DVD and a full color 56-page book, with running commentary on the sound and image,  a homily by St. Gregory of Nazianzus, medieval frescoes and chant scores.  d $25.00   Order 

(TM134) EUCHARIST, The Liturgy of St. Basil, Mode Plagal II by Romeiko Ensemble, Yorgos Bilalis, Domestikos. This beautiful 2 CD set includes a 79 page book  with historical and musical commentary, illuminated manuscripts, old Byzantine melodies for the Liturgy of St. Basil. Chanted in Greek.  d $25.00   Order

(PFK) PATERIKON FOR KIDS: Books of Illustrated Stories written and illustrated by Engle-Ekaterine Potamitis. Twelve sweet books of illustrated stories from the Paterikon, the Gerontikon, the Holy Bible, and lives of saints. These small, full-color and beautifully illustrated books are a delight for children and adults. Each has an important lesson fur us to learn. The twelve books, measuring over 4-1/2 inches square, are 16pp. each and come in a sturdy slip case.  Sold by set only.  Paper  f$39.50/set.   Order

(AEP) AN EXTRAORDINARY PEACE: St. Seraphim, Flame of Sarov by Archimandrite Lazarus (Moore). A revised edition of St. Seraphim of Sarov: A Spiritual Biography published in 1994. This life presents the study of St. Seraphim’s life and teachings in a historically accurate and easily read edition with strong emphasis on the spirituality and practical counsels presented by Fr. Lazarus.  This new edition includes original artwork, the Akathist to St. Seraphim, Prayer Rules of St. Seraphim, historical notes and index. 357pp.  Cloth d$28.00; Order    Paperback d$20.00   Order

(MTE) MEET THE EVANGELISTS: Christina Book Series by Marie C. Khoury, Ed. D.  The latest “Christina” book features Nicholas and Christina learning about the lives of the authors of the Holy Gospels – the four Evangelists - and the books of the New Testament. Helpful “Notes for Parents” and a map of the Holy Land make this a good way to introduce children to the subject.  Illustrated in full color.  Large format.  24pp.  Paper  c$10.00   Order

(OPPC) ORTHODOX PLANNING CALENDAR, 2010. A handy pocket calendar, 6-3/4” ihgh by 3-3/4” wide according to the Julian calendar (both dates given) with main feast/saint of the day and scriptural readings, fasting indications and room for appointments and notes.  Full week shown when open. Civil dates of Pascha shown through the year 2016.  $10.00   Order

(FL) ST. CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA: FESTAL LETTERS 1-12, translated by Thomas P. Schenk. These letters, catechetical in nature, were addressed to the flock of Alexandria with a pastoral version of theological issues which faced the church in the fifth century during the Christological disputes of the day. This volume contains the first 12 of 29 letters.  Subject and scriptural index included.  248pp.  Cloth  f$40.00   Order

ST. CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA:  COMMENTARY ON THE TWELVE PROPHETS, translated by Robert C. Hill.  Well-known for his biblical commentaries, Cyril’s commentary on the minor prophets focuses on the history and fortunes of the people of Israel and Judah and goes on to spiritual and moral interpretations.  In two volumes.  Cloth
    (CYR1) Volume 1, 317pp.  f$40.00   Order
    (CYR2) Volume 2, index, 432pp, f$45.00   Order

(JERM) ST. JEROME: COMMENTARY ON MATTHEW.  Considered the pre-eminent  scriptural commentator among the Latin Church Fathers, this late 4th century commentary covers the text of the Gospel by means of brief comments. Familiar with both the Latin and Greek fathers preceding and contemporary to him, he avoids the heresies of the Arians, Gnostics, and others to provide a solidly Orthodox commentary.  General and scriptural index.  347pp.  Cloth  f$40.00   Order



(TM118) THE DOOR TO REPENTANCE by Katina.  12 tracks of songs performed by Katina – some re-mastered from previous cassettes – included hymns to St. John the Baptist, St. Xenia, Grand Duchess Elizabeth, St. John of Kronstadt and more.  Includes “It is truly meet” in Spanish.  PDF files include all lyrics.  d$15.00   Order

(TM119)  HYMNS FROM THE FEAST OF ST. JUSTIN THE MARTYR by the Stavropoleos Group. Byzantine Chant in Romanian beautifully executed.  Hard cover book contains Romanian text with Byzantine notation.  e$18.00   Order

(TM120) HYMNS FROM THE FEAST OF THE DORMITION OF THE MOTHER OF GOD by the Stavropoleos Group. Recorded in Jerusalem in 1999, this CD reveals a variety of chant styles. Liner notes in Romanian and English  e$17.00   Order

PRAYER ROPES IN SILK CORD. For those allergic to wool, we now have a selection of prayer ropes in silk cord, with metal cross “beads” with an image of the Theotokos.
    (PR3)  33-knot wrist prayer ropes (they do not stretch as much as wool and are only available in 2-1/2” circles). Available in black, red, grey and blue. e$13.00   Order
    (PR4) 33-knot “keepsake” wrist prayer rope in white. e$13.50   Order
    (PR5) 50-knot “keepsake” prayer rope in white with gold beads and details. Boxed. e$20.00   Order
    (PR6) 100-know “keepsake” prayer rope in white with gold beads and tassel. Boxed.  e$40.00   Order

(IBR) ICON BRACELETS.  12 icons mounted on wood tablets, separated by wooden beads on elastic bands. Three styles are available:  d$5.00      Order
    A. Byzantine Saints, Includes the following: Christ blessing, Christ Transfigured,  Christ Enthroned, Theotokos Kazan, Theotokos Tenderness, Theotokos Directress (Tikhvin), Theotokos “The Way”, Theotokos Sweet-kissing, St. Nicholas, St. Paul, Archangel        Gabriel, Angel,  $8.00
    B. Serbian Saints, includes: Christ (Hilandar), Saints Anastasia, Deacon Avakum, Petka, Peter of Cetinje, Sava, Milica, Lazar, Vukasin, Basil of Ostrog, Simeon the Myrrhgusher and Nicholai of Zicha.
    C. British/Irish Saints: Christ with saints, Theotokos with saints, Satins Alban, Chad, David of Wales, Brigid, Patrick, Brendan, Aiden, Aristobulus and Venerable Bede.
We have a few assorted bracelets made of Hematite (a slightly magnetic black metal) available for $2.50 each. Please phone for assortment availability.

Hand cast and colored suitable for hanging or placing on a stand, with descriptions on the back. Smaller “Parchment” series may be used indoors or outdoors.

(FISH) THE FISH. The early Christian symbol of “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour” in pale beige and aqua, 6-1/2 x 6-3/4 in.  Indoor use. $25.00   Order

(IONA) CROSS OF IONA  Sixth century celtic cross plaque with amber center stone surrounded by carnelian semi-precious gemstones. Indoor or protected outdoor use.  6 by 8 in.  $45.00   Order

PARCHMENT SERIES: 4-5/8 by 4-3/4 in. indoor or outdoor use, parchment color. $20 each
    (FISP) FISH   Order
    (XPP)  Chi-Rho Symbol   Order
    (BYZP) Byzantine Cross   Order
    (BUR)  The Burning Bush   Order

(GDE) GRAND DUCHESS ELIZABETH OF RUSSIA, New Martyr of the Communist Yoke, Revised Edition by Lubov Millar. Now available again, this expanded edition is the most extensive to date and brings together a wealth of source material, including newly published letters and more than 160 photographs. Over500 pages.  Hard cover with dust jacket.  d$27.00   Order

(OTP) ODYSSEY THROUGH THE PSALMS WITH CHRIST: Daily Reading for Spiritual Nourishment and Contemplation, compiled and edited by Johanna Manley.  This latest volume in the “Holy Fathers Series” goes through 150 Psalms with commentaries by the Holy Fathers – all focused on Christ.  Each Psalm has 1 to 2 pages of commentary, and the Appendix contains a full subject and scriptural index, as well as sources and bibliographic information. Color and black and white illustrations.  Lovely gift item. 320pp.  Hard cover with a ribbon marker. d$20.00   Order

(BIP) BEGINNER’S INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOKALIA by Anthony M. Coniaris.  A brief look at some of the principle terms in the Philokalia, with  explanations of each concept which  will introduce the reader to the deeper meaning of the collection.  147pp.  Paper  d$13.00   Order

(HRC) A  HISTORY OF THE RUSSIAN CHURCH ABROAD AND THE EVENTS LEADING TO THE AMERICAN METROPOLIA’S AUTOCEPHALY:  1917-1971.  Long out of print, we have reissued this book as a historical document in light of the recent reunification of the Russian Church Abroad with the Moscow Patriarchate.  109pp.  Paper/wire bound.  e$15.00.   Order

(HCG) HEAD COVERING FOR YOUNG GIRLS.   One of our 90-year old Greek grandmothers (yia-yia) crocheted headcoverings for her granddaughters out of soft acrylic yarn and we thought others would like them. Style 1 is white with shiny highlights. Style 2 is white with small pink flowers sewn on.  Approximately 12” across + ties, and 10” to 12” long. Each one unique.  Washable.  Style 1: $10.00; Style 2: $11.00.   Order

(ISTL)  ICON STAND  A solid wood icon stand which supports icons up to an 18” tall icon. Stand measures 5x4 inches and is 5-1/2 inches high.  $7.50.   Order

(RS)  READING SHELF  Uniquely designed shelf/stand custom made in maple. Angled shelf on top holds large books such as the Great Horologion with ample room, and is 49” high at the top, slopes down to 42.5” in height, and is 14” deep There are two shelves in the base, the lower one 17” high; the upper 6” high. The base is 20.5” wide and 10” deep. The back is decorated with two beautifully carved crosses.  Shipping charges will be quoted.  $300.00   Order
PLEASE NOTE:  Other wood items custom crafted, such as walking sticks, icon cabinets, etc.  Please inquire.

(ACD) AKATHIST TO JESUS CONQUEROR OF DEATH by St. Nikolai Velimirovich, translated from the Serbian.  Although titled an “Akathist” this is actually a collection containing hymns from Vespers and Matins, with the “Akathist” inserted after Ode 6 of the Canon. Although the main theme is the Resurrection, this unique composition combines elements of the traditional with the contemporary.  43pp.  Paper  d$4.00  Order
(JUSP) THE LIFE AND WRITINGS OF BLESSED JUSTIN POPOVICH: The Conscience of the Serbian Church, compiled by Holy Dormition Sisterhood. Includes Eulogies by Hieromonk Amphilochius Radovich and Bp. Gregory Grabbe and selections from his writings on “How to Read the Bible,” From Time to Eternity,” and “On the Summoning of the Great Council.”   60pp.  Paper  e$10.00  Order
(NIOC) THE LIFE AND WRITINGS OF SAINT NIKOLAI, BISHOP OF OCHRID: The Serbian Chrysostom, compiled by Holy Dormition Sisterhood.  The life, together with selections from “Missionary Letters,” On the Suffering of the Russian People,” and What Was Christ Writing on the Ground?”   70pp.  Paper  e$10.00   Order  
(HERS) SAINT HERMAN OF ALASKA, His Life and Service.  The life is based on the original Valaam life by Abbot Damascene with changes based on recent research, and contains many illustrations. The Service, printed in large type in red and black, contains Small Vespers, Great Vespers, Matins, and Liturgy variations in English.  Large format.  48pp. Paper  d$9.00   Order
(GER) SAINT GERASIMOS AND THE LION, written and illustrated by Georgia Kalogerakis.  A delightful picture book for children preschool and up, recounting the story of St. Gerasimos who lived in a monastery near the Jordan River and his lion companion, Jordan.  Full color. Large format.  32pp.  Paper  a$12.00    Order
(TM117) VIGIL OF SAINT ANTHONY Chanted by the Fathers of St. Anthony’s G. O. Monastery.  Selections from Vespers, Matins and the Liturgy for St. Anthony the Great. Chanted in Greek to Byzantine Chant..  CD  d$17.00   Order
(TM12) THE MELODIES OF THE EIGHT TONES AND THE SPECIAL MELODIES of Common Usage in the Russian Orthodox Church by Jason Reissland. Again available, this cassette tape and accompanying instruction sheets make it possible to learn the chant used in most Russian churches without learning western or older Russian notation. Contains instruction for Sticheron Troparion Prokeimenon and Irmos melodies in the eight tones.  Cassette + 36pp.  $15.00   Order
(COR) CORNER (ICON) SHELF.  Hand crafted solid wood corner shelves, 14” each side, 20” across, 2-1/2” high with carved cross and leaves design under the shelf.  Maple finish in stock.  $40.00 + shipping surcharge of $5.00 in US. Other sizes and finishes available – please inquire for pricing.  Order
(MUS) ORTHODOX MUSIC BOX.  An exquisite created music box, designed to play Christ is Risen” on a 23-note gold movement made by Sankyo Japan. Resting on 4 brass feet, and constructed of a premium grade burl wood with a high gloss finish, it features a gold Byzantine Cross engraved on the lid.  The interior features two velvet compartments, one for jewelry or other treasures, and one with the gold movement which can be viewed under the removable panel.  An unusual gift.  $99.00.  Order

(MWS)  MY WARRIOR SAINTS: Illustrated Synaxarion for Children by Dionysios and Egle-Ekaterine Potamitis. The fourth in the series of children’s lives of saints contains incidents from or short lives of 12 soldier saints, among them are St. Theodore the Recruit, St. George, St. Constantine and St. Procopius, vividly illustrated in full color. This book will surely delight all with its action and courageous Faith in Christ.  An activity/coloring book will be available later.  Large format.  64pp.  Hard cover  d$28.00   Order

(GS12) THE GREAT SYNAXARISTES OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH: Vol. 12, AUGUST.  The 12th volume of lives of saints, completing the Church year.  NOTE: There will be a 13th volume with an annotated master index of all 12 volumes, plus patristic commentaries and sermons for the Triodion and Pentecostarion periods. Cloth  1424pp.  e$55.00   Order      $2.00 POSTAGE SURCHARGE FOR EXPEDITED SHIPMENT

(APOC) THE APOCRYPHA translated by Edgar J. Goodspeed. A beautiful translation of the Deutorocanonical books contained in the official Orthodox version of he Old Tesatament. These works have been described by the Protestants as “Apocrypha”. Missing from this edition is the 151st Psalm and the 3rd Book of Maccabees. In the Septuagint Version: The Prayer of Manasseh is appended to II Chronicles; Susanna is at the beginning of Daniel and Bel and the Dragon at the end. Also the Hymn of the Three Young Men is found at the end of Daniel. Thus there are 11 additional books in the Septuagint Version as compared to the King James Bible. Paper   493pp. d$17.00   Order

(APO) THE APOSTOL.  Back in print, this edition from St. Tikhon’s Press is the Epistle Book as used by the chanter. It contains all the readings for Sundays and Feasts with appropriate prokeimena, following the Slavic typikon. The full text of the Acts ad Epistles is that of the King James Version.  Large format.  623pp.  Cloth with gold stamped cover, d$80.00;  Paperback, d$50.00. Order $2.00 postage surcharge for expedited delivery. 

(HSE) HYMNS (OF THANKSGIVING) OF SAINT EPHREM THE SYRIAN. Translated by Mary Hansbury. These are table blessings, continually recalling the events of salvation history. An outpouring of praise and thanksgiving to our Creator.  54pp Paper  d$8.00   Order

(SW) THE SAVING WORK OF CHRIST: SERMONS OF ST. GREGORY PALAMAS. Edited by Christopher Veniamin. St. Gregory presents the most complete and perfect formulation of the Apostolic tradition. This is the second volume in the series of sermons, and covers all the major events in God’s dispensation in the flesh, from His Nativity to the day of Pentecost.  136pp,  Paper  d$16.00    Order

(OST) ON THE SAINTS: SERMONS BY SAINT GREGORY PALAMAS. Edited by Christopher Veniamin. This is the third volume in the series of sermons and consists of seven sermons devoted to saints of the Old and New Testament, including that for St. Demetrios of Thessalonika.. 66pp.  Paper  d$10.00    Order

(WTH) WIDER THAN THE HEAVENS: Eighth-Century Homilies on the Mother of God, trans. by Mary E. Cunningham.  Several homilies by St. Andrew of Crete and St,. Germanos of Constantinople, as well as various other Church Fathers and writers in one volume.  267pp.  Paper  d$18.00  Order

(RAF) RATIONALISM AND FUNDAMENTALISM: The Two Banes of Western Theology by Metropolitan Ephraim of Boston.  An important treatise clarifying the differences between Orthodox interpretation of the Scriptures and history and that of the west.  Large format.  Paper  25pp.  f$5.00   Order

(QE) THE STORY OF QUEEN ESTHER by Jenny Koralek, illus. by Grizelda Holderness. A retelling of the Book of Esther in the Old Testament for ages 4-8 with lavish full-color illustrations. Large format.  26pp.  Hard Cover  d$17.50   Order

(REM) REMINISCENCES: Recollections About Elder Nektary of Optina by Matushka Eugenia Rimarenko, trans. from the Russian by Mary Crockwell.  Material drawn from the diary of her trip in 1922 to Optina to visit the last of the Optina Elders, Nektary.   Appended is a short accounted of her visit with the Elder Anatoly in 1919.  48pp.  Paper  d$4.00   Order

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(D-1)  THE CREED.  Father Pateleimon, April 10,. 2005.  $15.00   Order

(D-2)  ON THE DIVINITY OF CHRIST,  Father Panteleimon, March 19,. 2006  $15.00   Order

(D-7) THE MARRIAGE SERVICE AS A PART OF THE EUCHARIST. Metropolitan Ephraim. November 14, 2005. $15.00   Order

(D-8) WE BELIEVE IN ONE IN ONE GOD. Father Haralambos of Holy Transfiguration Monastery. Nov 9, 2006. $15.00   Order



(D-9) THE MOTHER OF GOD. Father Panteleimon. December 17, 2006. $15.00   Order

(D-10) WHY SHOULD WE LIVE A VIRTUOUS LIFE? Metropolitan Ephraim  March 11, 2007. $15.00   Order

(D-11) THE WAY OF THE CROSS: The Path to Sanctification.  Bishop Demetrios. March 25, 2007. $15.00  Order

(D-12)  THE SERVICES OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH.  Archdeacon Andrew, June 28, 2009.  $15.00  Order

(D-13) AN EVENING WITH METROPOLITAN EPHRAIM, March 15, 2009, $15.00   Order
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(D-14)  ENTER IN: Exploring the Feasts of the Church.  Produced by the Greek Archdiocese of North America, this collection of 4 DVDs contains sixteen sections of approx. 15 min. each featuring the 12 major Feasts of Christ and the Mother of God and four about the meaning  and purpose of worship and the liturgical cycle of the Church. For home and church use.  d$35.00   Order

(TM114) TO THE MOTHER AND QUEEN: The Salutations to the Most Holy Theotokos, chanted by Ioannis Arvanitis and George Bilalis. A literal presentation from ancient manuscripts, chanted in Greek. CD is packaged with a 32-page full color hard covered book, illustrated with icons and samples of the Byzantine manuscripts. Liner notes and hymn text in Greek and English..  d$19.00   Order

(TM115) ETHIOPIAN LITURGY. A live recording from the Ethiopian Orthodox Tawahedi Church in Jerusalem.  d$14.00   Order

(TM116) HOSANNA IN EXELSIS chanted by the Sofie Boys’ Choir under Adriana Bladoeva. A collection of liturgical hymns chanted in modern Slavic chant.  d$16.00   Order
 

(CGT) CHILDREN’S GARDEN OF THE THEOTOKOS: A Kindergarten and Primary Curriculum for Homeschool, Sunday School and Catechism by Macrina Lewis. Written for children from 4 to 10, this curriculum revolves around the Church liturgical year and the lives of saints, while providing basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills. The components include: The Teaching Guide, Seasons of Grace (5 Unit Studes for use during the year), Treasury of Feasts (saint’s lives and major feast days), Children’s Garden CD of 20 songs to simple melodies for use throughout the year, Book of Days Templates for Unit 1 of Seasons of Grace, 3 Waldorf-style blank books for collecting artwork, and The Heavenly Garden, a small supplemental children’s book used in the program. Curriculum books are wire bound.  Full printed program:  $80.00 +$10.50 shipping  Order ; Digital download in mp3 format: $60.00. PLEASE NOTE: We do NOT stock this item. Orders will be shipped directly from Anaphora Press.   FOR ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION, OR TO ORDER DOWNLOAD VERSION, PLEASE GO TO ANAPHORA WEBSITE at  http://anaphorapress.com/music/education/orthodox-curriculum/  (You will NOT be able to get back to this site unless you minimize it.)


(NAS) NOAH AND THE ARK OF SALVATION by Mother Melania, illus. by Bonnie Gillis. Another volume in the series of “Old Testament Stories for Children” written for preschool children in verse with brightly colored illustrations.  Paper  23pp.  d$9.00   Order


(BRIG) THE LIFE OF SAINT BRIGID, ABBESS OF KILDARE by Jane G. Meyer, illus. by Zazhary Lynch. The story of one of the favorite saints of Ireland, simply written and filled with brightly colored illustrations and Celtic designs. A delight for young and old alike.  Large format.  32pp.  Paper  d$13.00   Order

(GS12) THE GREAT SYNAXARISTES OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH: AUGUST.  The 12th volume of lives of saints, completing the Church year.  Cloth  1424pp.  e$55.00   NOTE: There will be a 13th volume with an annotated master index of all 12 volumes, plus patristic commentaries and sermons for the Triodion and Pentecostarion periods.    Order