So, I am on a “business trip” to meet with US Coptic Orthodox bishops and gather the data on their parishes. Naturally, a perfect place to meet is St. Antony Coptic Orthodox monastery. https://saintantonymonasteryus.org It was established in 1972, on a small piece of land in the Mojave desert in Newbery Springs, CA. And it… Continue reading Coptic Orthodox Monastery in Californian Desert

Let me tell you what is this all about. I was in Italy in September having a lot of fun and exploring different parts of the country. Many of you have seen my posts on Facebook. But at the very end of the trip I met with a good friend from US: Fr. Christopher Savage,… Continue reading Pilgrimage in Italy: Walking in the Footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi