by billyzh | Apr 5, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality
I remember the first time I visited and toured a Greek Orthodox church. It was during the annual Greek Festival in my city and I was amazed at how little I knew of the Eastern Orthodox faith. Saints in those churches are a really big deal and the art in the building...
by billyzh | Apr 4, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality
He is Risen Indeed. Holy Week. Easter Sunday. Such is the call and response that is very familiar to those in the church world. One person will say, “He is Risen,” to which the other will reply, “He is Risen Indeed.” Many of you will enjoy this...
by billyzh | Apr 2, 2010 | Death/Mourning, History, Holidays, Spirituality
Holy Week. Day 6. I started a new tradition last year. And I’ve been looking forward to it all week. My first plan of action for today is to head out, with the Judge in tow of course, and make the trek toPanera Bread. They have the BEST Hot Cross Buns and they...
by billyzh | Mar 31, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality
Apparently, the Wednesday of Holy Week came to be known over time as “Spy Wednesday.” It is thought that on this day Judas Iscariot, (the disciple who betrayed Jesus) agreed to show the chief priests where they could easily capture The Christ. But it is also the day...
by billyzh | Mar 26, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality
So, it’s Friday prior to Holy Week. For you and me. But for Jesus and His disciples it was time to make the trek toward Jerusalem in preparation for Passover Feast week. For our Jewish Jesus, it was also to be the final week of His human life. On this particular...
by billyzh | Mar 25, 2010 | History, Spirituality
Have you noticed the church signs of late that tout Holy Week festivites, as you zip down the road? If you haven’t, try to take a quick glimpse in the next couple of days. Without compromising your safety of course. Just a quick tip, it will be more of the...
