The Saint Euphrosynos Cafe

Barbara, I agree with your comment about the expression in Panagia's eyes in the first example. I have been looking at various websites to see what they have - with regard to the more traditional icons, some iconographers give Panagia a very peaceful, gentle facial expression, while others show an e...

I am wanting to expand my prayer corner which, so far, only has a print icon of Christ. I came across these icons of Panagia Paramythia (I believe that is correct). One is more Byzantine looking, while the other is more "Roman Catholic" looking. I am guessing that only the Byzantine one wo...

I am a long ways away from being received into the Church (may the Lord make me worthy) . . still I am curious about when you are chrismated if the priest chooses a saint's name for you or if it is your preference? As well, using Maria's example from the previous post - if one's name was "Despi...

I'm familiar with that blog, Maria. To me a plunging neckline or short skirt aren't the only types of immodesty in dress. The long maxi dresses and skirts that go down to the ankle are popular with some of the ladies at church. They are made of a very clingy material, however, and it really accentua...