Sermons & Homilies

There is rejoicing when the saints are praised, says the wise Solomon (Prov. 29.2), for whose spirit is not roused when they hear the exploits of the saints. Not only do their august deeds excite the soul, but their feats turn our attention towards Him for whom they labored – Christ, the pleased Master of faithful servants, the King of loyal subjects, the Bridegroom of the chaste Bride; the Judge who crowns the victors of the race.

Look at the life of the saint that we commemorate today, St. Seraphim of Sarov. In spite of the fallen world that he lived in, he achieved perfect peace and union with God and all mankind.  How could such peace and unity happen in this fallen world? Because through a life of prayer and asceticism he achieved union with Christ in this life.  He transcended this life.  You might say that he connected heaven and earth in his own person.