Canon to St. Mary of Egypt: Humble Victor over Carnal Passions
$5.50
Even before going to press, many of the faithful showed tremendous interest in this new addition to the Akathist Series, which includes two canons to St. Mary of Egypt. Our nation is being devastated by a great spiritual tsunami of lustful passions. As Fr. Demetrios Carellas writes in the Introduction: “May this Canon to St. Mary, and the Spirit-filled prayers at the end, help us in our efforts to keep our souls from sinking under this soul-destroying tsunami. May we also offer it as an intercession for others who are under the control of this demonic weapon of mass destruction, and who—at present—do not have the desire, or strength, to escape its terrible impact on their souls.”
Includes a prayer against internet pornography.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 32
Akathist Hymn Chanted Before the Wonderworking Iveron Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos Known as the Keeper of the Gate
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October 6 / September 23
In honor of the upcoming 15th anniversary of the wondrous appearance of the miraculous Myrrh-streaming Iveron Icon of the Mother of God of Hawaii (2022), the Orthodox Hawaiian Iveron Icon Association has published this Akathist. As expressed in the introduction, “Wherever the Holy Icon goes, the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ and His Holy Mother abound. People have commented that just being in the presence of this Icon, one feels such an abundance of love and joy. It is truly indescribable. We are so very blessed that God has shown His love toward us by allowing us a small foreshadowing of what the saints call ‘the true odor of sanctity.’ ”
The publication includes a Foreword by His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion, an Introduction about the Holy Icon, and Troparia to Iveron Icons “of Hawaii,” “of Montreal,” “of Mount Athos,” and “of Moscow.” The pages are richly enhanced with well over two dozen photographs. Cover includes flaps; binding is stitched so as to lay flat; inner pages are printed on glossy paper.
Income from the publication assists the Foundation in bringing the Holy Icon throughout the Orthodox world, as well as toward the memorial shrine being built in honor of the Holy Icon, in Hawaii.
St. Paisius Monastery has received the blessing to distribute this publication. All orders are shipped from the Monastery. All income goes directly to the Iveron Association.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 40
Hand & Body Lotion: Lemongrass
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The invigoration and refreshing scent of lemongrass combined with sweet coconut.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8oz.
Hermitage Incense: Honeysuckle
$12.00
A white floral bouquet of pure honeysuckle complemented with touches of jasmine, honey, citrus notes, lavender, vanilla musk and sandalwood.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Hyssop
$12.00
Thyme, lavender and eucalyptus are warmed with moss, amber and vanilla to capture the fragrance of this herb which was used for liturgical purposes during biblical times.
“Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, and I shall be made clean…” -Psalm 50:7
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: English Rose
$12.00
A strong and spicy rose scent, with hints of geranium, cloves, cardamom and berries, rounded out with woody base notes.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Flowers of Cyprus
$12.00
From the rolling meadows of Cyprus comes a magnificent floral blend of rose, orange blossom, geranium, jasmine, and carnation combined with citrus fruit oils tempered with woody and mossy base notes.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Lily of Aegina
$12.00
A rich floral medley with warm spices, sandalwood and moss to create a striking and complex aroma to honor the wonderworker, St. Nektarios of Aegina.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Old Church
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We bottled up the aroma of an ancient Byzantine basilica with wooden rafters overhead and the smoke of frankincense lingering in the air. Old Church incense is a complex and woody blend of labdanum, frankincense, cedar & fir needle and vetiver, with a touch of spices.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Lindisfarne
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A woodsy blend of sandalwood and cedar sweetened with vanilla and musk. This incense is dedicated to the ancient Celtic monastic center known as "Holy Island."
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Burning Bush
$12.00
A beautiful spicy fragrance with soft floral blends, a touch of cinnamon and clove and sweetened with honey. If you like Cassia or Evergreen & Embers, you are sure to love Burning Bush incense. The original burning bush that Moses saw still exists on Mt Sinai and is often referred to as a symbol for the Mother of God.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Soy Candle: Egyptian Amber
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Soothing and sophisticated, our Egyptian Amber candle is infused with six essential oils. Egyptian Amber combines the richness of vanilla, musk and sandalwood with lively top notes of jasmine, lavender and orange. An instant favorite at the Hermitage!
100% Soy wax
16 oz.
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Soy Candle: Evergreen
$28.00
The fresh, clean scent of evergreen needles revitalizes the senses and refreshes any room. The heart of this fragrance is the aroma of Siberian pine needles with hints of sweet berries and apple. Perfect for the Nativity season!
100% Soy wax
16 oz.
Monastery Liquid Soap: Lavender
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The classic floral aroma of Lavender essential oil.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8 oz.
Monastery Liquid Soap: Vanilla Bean
$10.00
A luxuriously rich blend of vanilla, cream and caramel. This sweet fragrance is warm and comforting.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8 oz.
Monastery Bar Soap: Goat Milk Fragrance Free
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This bar contains all the benefits of goat milk soap without any added fragrance for those with extra sensitive skin.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
3.5 oz.
Beeswax Lip Balm: Cherry Almond
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A rich blend of sweet cherries combined with almonds.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
0.15 oz/ 4 g
Hand & Body Lotion: Green Tea
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At once clean and refreshing, this bright green tea fragrance combines light notes of citrus and hints of oakmoss and soft woods.
Monastery Bar Soap: Seafoam
$7.00
A scintillating swirl of ocean mist and sea grass, sweetened with hints of agave nectar and coconut milk.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
3.5 oz.
Hand & Body Lotion: Wild Strawberries
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Warm and wafting with the heady aroma of perfectly ripe strawberries just picked off the vine.
Monastery Liquid Soap: Frankincense & Myrrh
$10.00
The classic and ancient scent of Arabian frankincense and myrrh. Essential oils and resins are infused in this unique soap.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8 oz.
Soy Candle: White Lily
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A fresh, complex white floral bouquet, with notes of lily, aloe, violet, rosehip, and blood orange. The perfect fragrance for the Easter season!
100% Soy wax
16 oz.
Beeswax Lip Balm: Strawberry
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A cool, refreshing burst of strawberry, sweetened with a hint of fresh citrus.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
0.15 oz/ 4 g
Beeswax Lip Balm: Pear Coconut
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The fresh, crisp taste of ripe pear with subtle hints of sweet coconut.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
0.15 oz/ 4 g
Beeswax Lip Balm: Frankincense & Myrrh
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Essential oils of frankincense (boswellia serrata) and myrrh (commiphora myrrha) are blended together for an earthy citrus flavor with a warm, spicy finish.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
0.15 oz/ 4 g
Monastery Bar Soap: Spiced Honey & Tonka
$7.00
A captivating blend of honey, bergamot, and coriander, with an earthy base of oud wood, musk, and tobacco leaf. Tonka bean adds a warm touch of vanilla.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
3.5 oz.
Monastery Liquid Soap: Country Gentleman
$10.00
A complex and comforting blend of blueberry, white freesia, wild grape, pomegranate, lily, magnolia, green vines, cashmere, and violet.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8 oz.
Hand & Body Lotion: White Tea & Ginger
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A delightful mélange of citrus, exotic spice, and jasmine.
Soy Candle: Cypress & Bayberry
$28.00
A cool blast of eucalyptus, cypress, moss, and bayberry, with rich undertones of fir, patchouli, and sweet incense. Fir, patchouli, eucalyptus, and mint essential oils intensify the fresh foliage notes.
100% Soy wax
16 oz.
Hermitage Incense: Mount of Olives
$12.00
Dedicated to the Mount of the Lord's Ascension. A complex and elevated fragrance that combines neroli blossom, cinnamon bark, and jasmine, with top notes of olive leaf.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Monastery Liquid Soap: Sea Salt & Lily Liquid
$10.00
Bright and breezy, this fragrance is the essence of clean. A sparkling blend of coconut water, pink Himalayan salt, key lime, lotus, rose, and sage leaf, infused with essential oils of lemon and grapefruit. The scent of seashell and wildflowers - orange blossom, magnolia, and jasmine - lingers in the finish.
Handcrafted in the workshop of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV.
8 oz.
Akathist to Jesus Christ For a Loved One Who has Fallen Asleep
$5.50
Anyone grieving over the loss of a loved one will truly find comfort here--for oneself and for the dearly beloved one who has departed. A thoughtful gift to give at funerals.
Jesus, All-merciful Judge, vouchsafe Thy servant (handmaiden) (Name) the sweetness of Paradise.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 32
The Path to Salvation: A Concise Outline of Christian Ascesis
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Steeped in the Philokalic tradition, the holy Hierarch Theophan was a prolific writer and interpreter of the holy Fathers of the Church, making them accessible to contemporary Christians. Patristic literature has always provided an age-old, tried-and-tested model of spiritual life, foreign to fleeting fashions. St. Theophan keeps this traditional model sharp and clear, presenting it in an approachable language. In this book, his crowning achievement, the Saint himself expresses its precise aim as follows: “It is possible to describe the feelings and inclinations which a Christian must have, but this is very far from being all that is demanded for the ordering of one’s salvation. The important thing for us is a real life in the spirit of Christ. But just touch on this, and how many perplexities are uncovered, how many guideposts are necessary, as a result, almost at every step! True, one may know man’s final goal: communion with God and one may describe the path to it: faith, and walking in the commandments, with the aid of divine grace. One need only say in addition: Here is the path—start walking!”
This new edition of St. Theophan’s classic spiritual text is enhanced with a larger format, a full-color icon of the saint, and colorful pages throughout the book. Also included is a complementary matching bookmark. The soft cover includes inner flaps and the inner pages of the book are securely stitched and glued.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 320
Akathist to Sts. Peter & Fevronia: Protectors of Orthodox Marriage
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For centuries, the faithful of Russia have honored Sts. Peter and Fevronia as patrons of honorable marriage. A few years ago the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, in honor of Orthodox family life, was established, fittingly acknowledging these righteous saints as protectors. On this day, special petitions for the preservation of Orthodox marriage are included in the Liturgy and a special prayer, invoking the intercession of Sts. Peter and Fevronia, is said at the conclusion of the service. (This prayer is included at the end of the Akathist.)
This pocket-sized, user-friendly edition is printed on glossy paper, just as the others in the Series. Both cover and inner pages are in full color, including several icons of the saints.
The Life of Sts. Peter & Fevronia
St. Peter was a prince of the city of Murom in Russia in the thirteenth century and became sick with a serious illness that the physicians could not cure. He heard about a peasant maiden, Fevronia, who was skilled in healing with medicinal herbs. He went to her and she treated him successfully. Deeply grateful and impressed by her wisdom, Peter married her. However his boyars were ashamed to have a peasant woman as their princess and rose up, demanding that Peter send her away. Rather than break his marriage vows, Peter chose to go into exile with Fevronia and together they left the city. Then the boyars began to fight among themselves who should be the next prince, and many were slain. The survivors came to their senses and ran after St. Peter, begging him to return to Murom with Fevronia, and restore peace to the city, which they did. Both became greatly beloved by the people for their almsgiving, humility and wise leadership.
After many years, when they knew they were approaching their ends, they both took monastic vows and prayed that they might die on the same day. They also gave instructions that they should be buried together and had a stone tomb prepared by the cathedral. And the Lord heard their prayer; they did indeed die on the same day, June 20, 1228, each in their own monasteries. However the people did not think it fitting to bury them together, and placed them in separate caskets while waiting for the funeral. The next morning the caskets were empty and their bodies were found together in the stone tomb. Sts. Peter and Fevronia were as honored after their deaths as they had been in life, and over the centuries became renowned as intercessors for those seeking help with their marriages.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 32
Akathist to the Mother of God, The Milkgiver
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This Akathist—pure and beautiful in its simplicity—was composed in honor of the unique Wonderworking Icon, “The Milkgiver,” treasured in the Serbian Hilandar Monastery on the Holy Mountain. The Theotokos is depicted breastfeeding Christ, a poignant model for mothers nourishing their children. This maternal image is woven throughout the text, as the Mother of God is our “sheltering wing,” “protection for our little children,” “support of families of the faithful,” and “nurturer of the young and weak.” She is the nurturer of all, for her milk “noetically poureth forth immaterial gifts, nurturing the hearts and souls of the faithful.” This English version is translated from Serbian and printed with the blessing of Hilandar Monastery. A fitting gift, especially during the season of Christ’s Nativity.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 32
Akathist to the Mother of God, "Nurturer of Children"
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This Akathist to the Mother of God—the first in the Series of Akathists which began over twenty years ago—is now being presented as a new edition. Both the cover and inner pages have been colorfully redesigned, but the time-honored text remains the same. Thousands of people faithfully take this little book in hand to pray daily for their children by name.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 28
Commemoration Book: Living and Departed
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This Commemoration Book is designed for collecting the names of your loved ones and all those for whom you offer prayers. It contains eleven pages for the health fo the living, and ten pages for the commemoration of the departed.
Both the cover and inner pages are printed in color.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
Canon to New Martyr Ephraim Wonderworker of Nea Makri
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A Canon to New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri, whose holy relics were discovered in Greece, in the year 1950. Although there is a rich array of various healings by the saint, his “signature,” as it were, is for helping wayward youth, those addicted to drugs, the despairing and suicidal. The publication includes an insightful introduction, depicting the explosion of social media resulting in a youth culture racked by isolation and despair. Several accounts of the saint’s dramatic miracles are included, revealing the closeness of the saint and his powerful intercession.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 36
Akathist to Child-Martyr Gabriel Protector of Vulnerable Children
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This new addition to the Series of Akathists is to the Child-Martyr Gabriel of Poland. Though the saint lived in the late-seventeenth century and on the other side of the world from us, he is nonetheless a ready intercessor for our times. This innocent child, at the age of six, was abducted and subjected to cruel torture, yet heroically proved himself to be a true passion-bearer for Christ, attested by his wondrous incorrupt relics. Miracles of the saint’s intercession abound. For us the faithful, sorrowing over the serious sins against the youth of our own times (such as the victims of the multi-billion-dollar child-trafficking industry), we offer this publication as a means for prayer for the protection of any child who is in a vulnerable situation: those who have fallen prey to abductors, who are being abused, or those being neglected even in their own homes. The publication includes a Foreword by Fr. Nectarios, the Guardian of the Wonderworking “Hawaiian” Iveron Icon of the Holy Theotokos, as well as a Brief Life of the saint, which portrays the fascinating account of the history surrounding the saint’s holy relics. Also included in the publication is a beautiful Prayer for Children, composed by St. Nikolai Velimirovich.
Full-color cover and inner pages, abundantly illustrated.
Format: Softcover
Pages: 36
Prayer Bracelet: Semi-Precious Stone Apple Jasper
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Natural Mother-of-Pearl beads are variegated with tones of tan and pale brown highlighted with white.
This semi-precious stone prayer bracelet is embellished with sterling silver accents and a sterling silver cross-bead.
Strung on clear, stretchable power cord. The standard size has 28 beads and an inner circumference of 6.5–6.75 in.
Hermitage Incense: Amber
$12.00
A sweet & woody vanilla aroma complemented with golden citrus, musk and sandalwood accords. This incense is a favorite of the Hermitage brotherhood.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Cassia
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A rich mixture of cinnamon and cloves, this pleasing incense lingers in the air long after being used.
“All thy garments smell of myrrh, and aloes, and cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad.” -Psalm 44:8
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Jasmine
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A white floral bouquet of pure honeysuckle complemented with touches of jasmine, honey, citrus notes, lavender, vanilla musk and sandalwood.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Lavender Wood
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Rich and smoky lavender softened with warm spices and the woodsy aromas of cedar and moss. Lavender is oftentimes mentioned in the Bible, but by the name used at that time – spikenard (from the Greek name for lavender, naardus, after the Syrian city Naarda).
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Incense: Blachernae Rose
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This subtly complex bouquet combines light citrus with blends of jasmine, geranium and hyacinth, rounded with a hint of wild berries and warm moss notes to create a sweet and fresh rose scent to honor the Theotokos.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
The Holy Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon: His Life & Akathist
$9.60
Lovingly compiled by the Hermitage brotherhood in honor of its patron, Saint Panteleimon, this beautiful softcover booklet is ideal for both home and church. It includes the life and passion of the Holy Great Martyr and Healer, along with his akathist hymn, special prayers, beautiful icons and artwork.
"The only purpose of our life from the time we are born is to find God and become one with Him and our fellow man. To this end God grants us guides and helpers along the way, beginning with our parents. However, as we draw closer to Him, climbing the Ladder of Divine Ascent, we begin to experience help from those who are nearest to God: His Saints. Therefore, Beloved, are you sick or suffering? Or are you seeking the true purpose of your life—to attain union with God? If so, then know that you have a compassionate helper whom our All-merciful Saviour has even given a name like unto Himself: the all-merciful Panteleimon. Call upon him!" (back cover).
52 pages
Softcover booklet
8.5" x 5.5"
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Hermitage Incense: Constantinople
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An elegant fragrance from the queen of Byzantine cities composed of powdery rose incense blended with sandalwood, sweet myrrh and soft spice.
1 oz.
This traditional Athonite-style incense for church and home use, is handcrafted at Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia, in a wide variety of fragrances, suitable for every service and devotional occasion. The incense is made by the monks as part of their daily obediences. Produced from pure frankincense resin and cut for use in charcoal burning censors.
Hermitage Frankincense: Somalian (1st Choice)
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A rich golden, multi-colored tree resin with a very powerful and complex earthy aroma, imported from Somalia. For centuries this ancient natural resin has been used as incense in Divine Worship throughout Christendom.
"First Choice" is the top grade of Somalian Frankincense and comes in marble-sized, tear-shaped pieces. It is then processed by the brothers of the monastery to a size suitable for use at home or in Church.
1 oz.
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