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The Witness Stand

Have you had to take a stand for your faith? Perhaps you have been made fun of by your friends for going to Church or Camp Nazareth? Or maybe in school, you have felt uncomfortable making the sign of the cross before eating? In these moments, undoubtedly you felt uncomfortable and alone. You are not alone, for throughout the centuries, those who have truly loved Christ have endured similar ridicule and persecution and even martyrdom.

The word martyr, comes from greek word martyria which means witness. All serious Orthodox Christians will at some point or another in their life will be called on to witness to their faith.

Knowing how difficult this is, we are offering you here on these pages an opportunity to share the struggles you have faced witnessing the faith. Therefore, we invite you to weigh in on your real life experiences in a blog forum called: Learn how you can take part in the blog discussion group.The Witness Stand.

You will have the opportunity to post comments on a short article or reflection written by or about one of your peers. You may also submit other topics and reflections for comment.

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T.H.E.O.S. Lives of Saints Discussion Forum (May-June)

By Danielle Bartko on 01-May-12 08:18. Comments (0)

This Is a Forum For Students of The Three Hierarchs Eastern Orthodox School in Pittsburgh, PA To Discuss the Life of the Saint of the Day. After Listening To The Life of The Saint of The Day On-line, Students Are Invited To Write About Something They Learned About The Saint, Commenting Below.

T.H.E.O.S. Lives of Saints Discussion Forum (April)

By Danielle Bartko on 02-Apr-12 08:14. Comments (0)

T.H.E.O.S. Lives of Saints Discussion Forum (March)

By Danielle Bartko on 01-Mar-12 09:07. Comments (0)

T.H.E.O.S. Lives of Saints Discussion Forum (February)

By Danielle Bartko on 01-Feb-12 08:11. Comments (0)

T.H.E.O.S. Lives of Saints Discussion Forum (January)

By Danielle Bartko on 02-Jan-12 08:25. Comments (65)

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January 1st - Circumcision of our lord + St.Basil the Great
Reply #5 on : Mon January 02, 2012, 09:24:43

Jesus was born December 25th St.Basil is one of the three holy hierarchs. St. Gregory the theologian was St.Basil the great's best friend. When St.Basil died he die peacefully in the lord and die at the age of 50. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!! 2012!!!!!!! -Emmeline :]

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Jan 1 Circumcision of our Lord + St. Basil the Great
Reply #4 on : Mon January 02, 2012, 08:59:03

The Circumcision of our Lord was 8 days after his birth. St Basil died in 379.

- Katarina (-_-)

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Jan. 2-St. Basil the Great
Reply #3 on : Mon January 02, 2012, 08:35:58

They made a liturgy after his name.-Alexander

THEOS-Student
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Jan. 1-Circumcision of our Lord
Reply #2 on : Mon January 02, 2012, 08:34:30

The Rabbi would would circumcise Jewish boys 8 days after they were born.-Alexander

THEOS-Student
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Jan. 1st- The Curcumcision of our Lord, + St. Basil the Great
Reply #1 on : Mon January 02, 2012, 08:32:45

St. Basil died on January 1st, 379 when he was 50.- Aidan

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Saints, Feasts, and Readings for 1/1/2013

Matins Gospel Reading: John 10:1-9

Epistle Reading: St. Paul's Letter to the Colossians 2:8-12

Gospel Reading: Luke 2:20-21, 40-52

Circumcision of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia; Gregory, Bishop of Nanzianzos, Father of Gregory the Theologian; Peter the New Martyr of the Peloponnesos; Theodotos the Martyr; Righteous Theodosios of Triglia; Emmelia, Mother of Basil the Great, Gregory of Nyssa, Makrina, and Peter of Sebaste; Telemachos the Martyr; Fulgentius, Bishop of Ruspe; Basil the Martyr of Ankyra

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