Reflection on Clergy Appreciation Month

October is recognized across the Christian world as Clergy Appreciation Month, a time to honor those who serve the Church in pastoral ministry. While not a designated observance within the Orthodox Church in America, it is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the sacrificial ministry of our clergy and their families.

The Gift of Clergy Life

Parish priests and their families carry a unique calling. Their lives are bound to the rhythm of the Church—celebrating the divine services, offering the sacraments, preaching the Gospel…

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