I'm reading the Life of Elder Paisios of Mount Athos by Heiromonk Issak (Editor's note - now Saint Paisios of Mount Athos. I had a close relationship with Elder Ephraim and knew Scott Nevins personally. The Appearance of the Prophet Elijah to a Soldier, The Life of the Holy New Russian Martyr Lydia, Archbishop Demetrios: Reaching Out to Non-Believers. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. "Dear elder! He was buried, according to his wishes, at the Monastery of St. John the Theologian in Souroti. I exposing them for being evil people. Figures like Fr. The Elder is a charlatan; he's lying about everything. The construction of the main church had begun in the fall of 1995, but had not yet been completed. . Elder Ephraim said, kakanauftees, which means, butthole surfer. 2016 (a collection of written narratives of the saint found in his private notebook of notes, typed down and published), " ", ed. "Friends of St Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery in Arizona" Description: "For those who love the Monastery, her mission and her leadership under Elders Ephraim and Paisios." This group is loosely based on the former OrthodoXCircle.com group of the same name. The next day, Elder Paisios gave his soul into God's keeping. Christ said that you must turn the other cheek, especially if you see this as persecution. Welcome! Femeia care a vzut aceast viziune a fost o fiic duhovniceasc a Printelui Efrem timp de muli ani, fiind n legtur i comunicnd cu acesta pn la trecerea sa la cele venice. Due to the diligent efforts of the Sisterhood of the Holy Hesychasterion of Evangelist John the Theologian in Souroti, Greece, who had a close relationship with the Saint for over 20 years, the wisdom of Saint Paisios is available to modern Orthodox Christians though the Spiritual Counsels book series. 4784 North St. Joseph's Way, Florence, AZ 85 132, Arizona. . Elder Ephraim isn't holy, he's demonized, and a liar. Paisios aimed towards the depth of the soul, towards that which remains and leads us to Christ and eternity, and not to the frivolous and transient. About this group. Because they, Denmark abolishes a Christian holiday with the rationale of strengthening the armed forces! We will soon be commemorating the one-year anniversary of the repose of our holy spiritual father, Geronda Ephraim of Arizona. He was officially glorified by the Patriarchate of Constantinople in 1986. The Holy Monastery is dedicated to St. John the Theologian and Saint Arsenios to Cappadocian. Mount Athos is home to 20 monasteries under the direct jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. The fact is, there is nothing strange or wrong at St. Anthony's. Athos was recognized as a Saint by a unanimous decision of the Holy Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Constantinople on January 13. The following conversation that St. Paisios the Athonite had with one of his spiritual children, which is recorded in Elder Paisios of Mount Athos: Spiritual Counsels III: Spiritual Struggle, is of some interest, especially in the times we currently live in. 173 Harvard, IL 60033 USA website, Kathegoumenos Archimandrite Joseph 100 Lake Anawanda Rd. This also has to do with what is happening in America. . Like Markos, who wrote above, I too lived at Saint Anthony's Monastery, and can confirm everything he said. New Skete is one of two sketes attached to St. Pauls Monastery. The Elder once said, "From the age of eleven, I read the lives of the Saints, fasted and kept vigil. 106. In the second interview, Fr. In that regard, I appreciate the comments Jason posted. Group Rules and Regulations: 1. May God rest his soul. The Monastery of Saint Antony is a coenobium with five churches: Sts. December 11, 2022. Ioannis Meggoulis talks about his encounter with St. Paisios at the time he and his young friends were converted to Hinduism and were influenced by the Indian guru Sai Baba. even though she carried God incarnate in her womb, she did not speak out at all until Christ Himself spoke, at the beginning of His public ministry when He was thirty. As such, St. Anthonys is similar to some of what one will find on Athos but different from others. Elder Paisios was canonized by the Ecumenical Patriarchate January 13, 2015. ) Konstamonitou is on the southeastern side of the Athos peninsula. We pray that through Gerondas intercessions, we will all understand the significance of his powerful message and strive to implement it in our lives. After discussing the matter with a mutual friend, I learned that when John decided to leave the monastery, he was not in a healthy frame of mind. Saint Paisios as an Orthodox Romios. Here is an exceprt from Passions and Virtues: The humble person has all the spiritual fragrances: simplicity, meekness, unconditional love, goodness, forbearance, sacrifice, obedience. Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. I've never been to St Anthony's (or any other US "Ephremite" monastery) but I've been to Athos and your last paragraph is right on: We're not like Catholics with different orders of monasticism, but our individual monasteries themselves vary widely and idiosyncratically, and that's vital. . Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. One of the trailers housed the chapel for their daily services, the refectory for their meals, and the monks living quarters; the other trailer became the first guesthouse. Monastic Wisdom: The Letters of Elder Joseph the Hesychast" by St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery. We would like to confirm that the vision is from God, and that its message very much reflects the spirit of our Gerondas teaching. Unbeknownst to me, this monastery was and is one of 20 or so satellites of St. Anthony's Monastery hundreds of miles away in Florence, Arizona, under the guidance of one Elder Ephraim. You should go and form your own experience and opinion though. , - ; , . The Monastery also has a large selection of Greek and children's books, as well as Icons, Crosses, wedding and baptism lambades, baptism boxes, bonboniere, and other religious items. . FLORENCE, AZ - At the St. Anthony's Monastery in Florence, AZ, a 27 year-old novice monk took his life with a gun on the dawn of June 11. Yes. I hear it is a very popular monastery I first saw it in this documentary and being originally from Arizona it'd be nice to visit, but also hear criticisms and accusations of cultish behavior surrounding the abbot, a certain Elder Ephraim. Aceasta a fost prima ntmplare de acest fel (adic coninutul conversatiei a fost diferit de celelalte pe care femeia le-a mai avut cu printele, cci l-a mai vzut pe printele Efrem i alte di, dup trecerea sa la Domnul, att n somn ct i in stare treaz), i de aceea fiind uluit, ea l-a sunat pe duhovnic i l-a ntrebat dac vedenia a fost real sau dac a fost o nelciune. , , , , , , . By the autumn of 1995, more monks arrived. Suntei aspri unii cu alii, v devorai unul pe altul. I so want to see you and receive your blessing! This group is for people who visit . Elder Archimandrite Ephraim (Ioannis Moraitis - June 24, 1927) was an archimandrite and former abbot of Philotheou Monastery on Mount Athos, spiritual guide of four monasteries on Mount Athos and of eight women's convents in Greece, as well as the founder of 19 monasteries in the United States and Canada. The Journey to St. Anthony's Monastery It was the spring of 1995 when Geronda Ephraim and a few others first drove down a dusty dirt road in the Sonora Desert to inspect a potential site for St. Anthony's Monastery. It was at Panagouda that Elder Paisios' fame as a God bearing elder . Archimandrite Athanasios Mitilinaios (1927-2006), was abbot of the Holy Monastery of St John the Theologian, Larisa, and was one of the most eminent and beloved teachers and Gospel preachers of the church in the 20th century. "Oh no, it must be a cult!". TNH has learned that a fundamentalist movement has been created in the Archdiocese, deriving from the monasteries called "Ephraimism." Many priests in the parishes have been influenced, and consequently, they pass their influence onto their parishes. At that time, John appeared to be happy and healthy. Suntei mpietrii la inim. One monk I talked to just said "I don't have time for that", I find it a weird practice. South Bolton, Ont. Log in. Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. His parting words to me which I will translate have remained with me to this day- " My child" he said, " it does not matter so much where you pursue your life in Christ, that is, whether you choose to be a monk or return to society and pursue a layman's lifeall that matters is that we flee from sin throughout our life. Elder Paisios was canonized on January 13, 2015 by the Holy Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, 21 years after his death in 1994, despite the fact that, according to Orthodox Church rules, a person should not be canonized until 70 years after their death. , 4784 N. St. Josephs Way, Florence, AZ 85132 USA, 4784 N. St. Josephs Way, Florence, AZ 81532 USA. God Bless, Marko( Fr.Mark). . The recurring question of obedience to local bishops, for example, is one that can't be filed away under the consequences of being authentically Athonite. Many say St. Paisios clarified the older prophecies. Fax: 520-868-3088. www . (I had to start a new reddit account because somehow got hacked and started promoting ads). The thing that looks like "cult behavior" to some people IS the Athonite discipline of the community. She saw Geronda Ephraim, who was very sad and who was imploring Christ concerning the coming tribulationsthings which certainly correspond with the things Geronda spoke about while he was in this life. I've visited there and had a lovely time praying and wandering the grounds. 2007 (teachings and correspondence of the saint), Saint Cosmas of Vatopedi (1276) and the Venerable monks of. , , . Aceast mrturie este autentic i verificat. , , 10 , , , . Here is some comments he made on Youtube: I was a novice at St. Anthony's for 6 years. I hear it is a very popular monastery I first saw it in this documentary and being originally from Arizona it'd be nice to visit, but also hear criticisms and accusations of cultish behavior surrounding the abbot, a certain Elder Ephraim. La un moment dat, femeia a intrat ntr-o stare ca i cum ar fi fost n rpire; aceast stare a durat aproximativ 10 minute, potrivit nurorii sale care o ngrijea. , , . Because each prayer rope is handmade by the sisters, it may take 3-4 weeks to make and ship your order . The woman who saw this vision was a spiritual daughter of Geronda Ephraim for many years, and was in communication with him until his repose. May his memory be eternal. Pocii-v ct mai este vreme! It is a visit that every orthodox Cristian has to make when he will be in Thessaloniki. It is authentic and verified. Yea this was the controversy I was talking about. ! The report focuses on complaints from parents unhappy that their young adult children have chosen the monastic life, and includes input from a disaffected ex-member, David Smith: The vision concerns the general state of the world, and how prayer and tears of repentance are so necessary today and yet lacking everywhere. Trebuie s ngenuncheai i s plngei, s vrsai lacrimi de pocin, i poate c Hristos se v-A milostivi! Exhortation of St. Paisius I IMPLORE and exhort you, my beloved fathers, brethren, and children, in the following: Love the Lord with all thy soul and all thy heart. No one has touched on the elephant in the room yet, so I will. These communities provide spiritual guidance, and they help to preserve the holy traditions of the Church through an exemplary Christian life and devotion to God. Of course, some people have experienced spiritual abuse in their past and perhaps because of the strictness of the spiritual life there they may be reminded of things. Anyway, he was obviously very disturbed. Paisios remained in Elder Tikhon's hermitage after his repose. Apoi printele Efrem i-a spus femeii: Pocin! , , () . The monastery is one of eighteen in the USA founded by Father Ephraim of Philotheou, a Greek monk who lived for years on Mount Athos, Greece's famous monastic centre. His father was a teacher. [15] After Elder Tikhon's death on 10 September 1968, Fr. I'm not still a novice, but I was for about six years. That's how the schema monk's/ nun's bodies sag at burial. . Paisios stayed there until 1979, when he moved to his final home on the Holy Mountain, the hermitage Panagouda, which belongs to the Monastery of Koutloumousiou. Scott or brother "John" was a great guy and I worked with him there for a year or so in the dining hall. In 1995 Elder Ephraim sent six monks, including Geronda Ephraim, to the Sonoran Desert in hopes of finding a suitable spot to build a monastery. I must confess that my reaction is mixed. . It is analogous to Johnny. In a service presided over by His Eminence Metropolitan Anthony of San Francisco, Priest-monk Paisios was enthroned as the first abbot of the monastery and new monks were tonsured. Church on St. Ivan New Russia Holiday Marked As Kremlin Boosts Church. According to the wishes of the Elder, Fr. Others who had known him in the monastary said, that, they were surprised by how he changed. Ask him about your prayer life, because he's probably got lots of experience and wisdom to offer. , , , , . And if we, in our sinful and limited understanding, feel that such a one ought to be shown mercy, God's mercy and understanding is far greater. One of the big issues surrounding St. Anthony's in recent years was a former novice monk who made strange claims about goings-on at the monastery while there, and who later returned with a small arsenal of weapons in his car and committed suicide in the parking lot when confronted by a night watchman. Femeia aflat n rpire nu i-a dat seama ct a durat viziunea. This was something new for her (i.e., the content of their conversation was unlike any of their previous conversations; for after Gerondas repose she had seen him several times, both in her sleep and while awake), and for this reason she was astonished and called her spiritual father, in order to ask if what she had seen was delusion or reality. My older brother would take the books and hide them, but that didn't stop me. Karakalou is on the southeastern side of the peninsula. By the appeal of the Orthodox faithful and with the blessing of the bishops of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, Geronda Ephraim began the work of establishing monastic communities in North America, which he continued to do after his final move to Arizona in 1995. I visited St. Anthonys about three years ago and I didnt care for it. The Nativity of the Theotokos Monastery is the first women's Greek Orthodox monastery in the Americas. There is an entire section of the book store devoted to young earth creationism and anti-evolutionary ideas. , ! Message From Father Paisios of St. Anthonys Greek Orthodox Monastery. The monastery is a cult. Geronda Ephraim - St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery Geronda Ephraim Ioannis Moraitis 1 (the future Geronda 2 Ephraim) was born in Volos 3, Greece, to Demetrios and Victoria Moraitis on June 24, 1928, the day the Orthodox Church celebrates the birth of Saint John the Baptist. Photo: artoficons.com The greatest miracle After the suicide, the parents of him obsessively posted on the internet spreading rumors and attacking the monastery, just as he had done, setting up pages online and posting everywhere they could find about the monastery, attacking it. Aceasta are legtur cu ceea ce se ntmpl n America. Brendan, I doubt very much that Turkey will let Ukraine join NATO. Middleton, Herman A. Christ is very angry. It lies on the shore of the Aegean about 875 yards from New Skete. It appears to me that most of the people who hate the place have somewhat of agenda. "Elder Paisios the Athonite". The vision concerns the general state of the world, and how prayer and tears of repentance are so necessary today and yet lacking everywhere. by Elder Paisios $32.00 Elder Joseph The Hesychast: Struggles . . And he told her: Repentance! Later, when Arsenios was fifteen, a friend of his brother's named Costas told his . The Panaghia, because of her humility, holds the second place after the Holy Trinity Doe more biographical and devotional information visist these sites Metropolitan Tikhon's Archpastoral Message for Lent 2023. The people attending vespers all seemed miserable and angry. Actually, it's slanderous to call me a devil. . Repentance! One person will devour the other. This website no longer will have new content uploaded daily. May God be sweet to John and remember all his goodness. Anthony and Nektarios and St. Nicholas which are built of stone and are exquisite, and St. Demetrios, St. Seraphim of Sarov in the Russian style and St. George which amaze the visitors with their architecture. They were soon followed by many young monastic aspirants from various parts of the United States and Canada who wanted to join the brotherhood and assist in the construction of the monastery. . , " ". There is apparently a documentary about this and this particular channel has several videos talking about a lot of stuff that seems to go all over the place (that channel is extremely strange on its own, is anyone familiar with it?). I don't have the messages between him and me anymore. This full service to St. Paisios the Athonite was written only one year after his repose, and the full service to St. Porphyrios was written and published only 7 years after his repose in the Lord, out of the great love of those who were benefited by them, and the clear indication in the hearts of the faithful of the holiness granted them by . The messages are now gone because youtube got rid of messaging. Elder Paisios, perhaps more than any other contemporary elder, has captured the minds and hearts of Greek people. St. Anthony's Monastery was established in 1995 by elder Ephraim. You are not merciful toward one another, you do not have mercy. The monastery is dedicated to St. Anthony the Great, the father of monasticism, the renowned 3rd century anchorite. It looks like a desert resort. . St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery ! The Relics of Saint Anna, Grandmother of our Lord. , , ). In: This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 04:55. In an idiorrhythmic monastery, a monk is responsible for providing his own needs and is at liberty to possess his own property and determine his own way of life. Since 1970, many apparitions and miracles have occurred near his holy relics, which reside in the Monastery of Souroti near Thessalonica. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. , 7 ., 2019 , , , . Elder Ephraim, also known as Ioannis Moraitis, was the spiritual head of the Greek Orthodox St. Anthony's Monastery in Arizona. His word was deeply rooted in the Holy Scripture and the patristic teachin . . As an ex- member of St Anthony's and knowing all there is to know about the place I will say these few words- I think many times what people don't know they fear. The Psalter Saint Arsenios used the Psalms for blessings, especially when there was no prescribed blessing for a particular occasion. . She saw Geronda Ephraim, who was very sad and who was imploring Christ concerning the coming tribulationsthings which certainly correspond with the things Geronda spoke about while he was in this life. . Archimandrite Paisios. . I, on the other hand, am of a sound mind. 7. Audiobooks - St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery Audiobooks These recordings are a work-in-progress, and more will be added over time. Yes, Elder Ephraim is an evil man. He says that having visited there and the Holy Mountain were very similar experiences. If you would like to record audiobooks and have them posted publicly here for the benefit of others, please, Ch.2 On Afflictions, Pains, and Labors (1-10), Ch.2 On Afflictions, Pains, and Labors (11-30), Ch.3 On Sin, Repentance, Mourning, and Tears, Ch.3 On Confession and Spiritual Accounting, Ch.4 On Monasticism, Virginity, and Purity (1-5), Ch.4 On Monasticism, Virginity, and Purity (6-14), Ch.4 On Monasticism, Virginity, and Purity (15-20), Ch.5 On Obedience, Disobedience, and Cutting off the Will, Ch.5 Homilies on Conscience and Obedience, Ch.8 On Forcefullness, Courage, and Self Denial (1-10), Ch.8 On Forcefulness, Courage, and Self Denial (11-24), Ch.10 On Pride, Self-Reproach, and Humility, 3 Ch.1 The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, 4 Ch.1 Interpretative Analysis of the Parable, 12 Ch.2 The Separation of the Soul from the Body, 13 Ch.2 The Creation and Genesis of the Soul, 15 Ch.2 The Mystery of the Soul's Departure from the Body, 22 Ch.3 Contemporary After-Death Experiences, 26 Ch.4 The Immortality of the Soul According to Orthodox Theology, 27 Ch.4 Thnetopsychism and the Orthodox Church, 29 Ch.5 The Discussions at Ferrara-Florence, 30 Ch.5 The Teaching of St. Mark Evgenicus, 34 Ch.5 Theological Arguments Against the Existance of a Purifying Fire, 35 Ch.5 Interpretation of an Apostolic Passage, 36 Ch.5 Patristic Passages in the Dialogue, 38 Ch.5 What is the Source of the Latin's Teaching on the Purifying Fire, 45 Ch.7 The Holy Fathers on Paradise and Hell, 46 Ch.7 The Holy Fathers on Paradise and Hell (cont), 47 Ch.7 Paradise and Hell in the Life of the Church, 48 Ch.7 The Theological and Ecclesiological Consequences of this Truth, 50 Ch.8 The Views of the Interpreters of the Position of St. Gregory of Nyssa, 51 Ch.8 Interpretive Commentary on the Teaching of St. Gregory of Nyssa, 53 Ch.8 His Teaching about Man's Choice and the Perpetuity of Hell, 54 Ch.8 Interpretive Analysis of Particular Passages, 55 Ch.8 Interpretation of St Gregory by the Fathers, 60 Ch.9 The Continuing Development in the Age to Come, 61 Ch.9 The Continuing Development in the Age to Come (cont), 64 Ch.10 The Past and Present of the Last Things, 21 The Hieromonk tormented because of pride, 22 The unprepared clergy God prevented from serving, 30 An angel castigates idiorrythmic monastery, 31 The brother who was saved without effort by not judging, 32 Fathers Methodios and Joecheim foreknowledge of death, 33 The disobedient disciple who was saved by hope in God, 34 The chanter who conversed with a departed brother, 37 Illnesses are beneficial and rewarded if we patiently endure, 39 The careless talk of naive monk corrected by God, 40 Panagia protects and watches over the monks, 41 The righteous martyr Damianos cures a young monk, 47 The monks spiritual misery comes from worldly convenience, 49 Quietude and carefreeness are prerequisites for the spiritual life, 50 Monks must be a good example for the laity, 53 God's blessing comes when we give a blessing, 54 The providence of the Sweetly Kissing Panaghia towards Philotheou, 56 The monk who was saved from dreadful delusion, 59 The return to God from Earth to Heaven, Introduction: The Trial of the Soul at the Hour of Death, Prolegomenon by Kathegoumenos Archimandrite Paisios, From the Life of St Nephon Bishop of Constantiana, From the Life of St Peter the Merciful Tax Collector, From the Life of St Lazaros of Mt Galesion, Ch 4) On Commemoration and Prayer for the Departed, Appendix B) Canon for the Departure of the Soul, 18 Departure from the Old Calendar Zealots, Un singur lucru trebuieste(Mantuirea sufletului), , , 4784 N. St. Josephs Way, Florence, AZ 85132 USA, 4784 N. St. Josephs Way, Florence, AZ 81532 USA.
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