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Sergey Iosifovich Fudel

(December 31, 1900 (January 13 1901, Moscow — March 7 1977, Pokrov, Vladimir Region).
A literary scholar, Orthodox thinker, and spiritual writer, creator of numerous religious-philosophical and theological writings
He was repeatedly repressed for political reasons, was in camps and exiles.

Throughout his entire life, Iosif Fudel kept the flame of a true Christian soul and succeeded in passing on that flame to his children. From early childhood, and to his death, Sergei Iosifovitch was in the Church, and his life is a part of the history of the Church.

We often crave to be unthinking moths, flitting for a mere two days above the grass, and what's more, we elevate this very thoughtlessness of ours to the status of a conviction, akin to a religion.
"It's easier to live like this," we tell ourselves.
This, it seems, is why suffering is sent to us by providence in life.
When it arrives, seriousness takes hold.

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Archpriest Nikolai Deputatov

was born on December 5, 1896, in Volsk, Saratov Province.
A prominent theologian and church writer of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia (ROCOR), who served in the Russian Imperial Army before emigrating and completing his theological education in Harbin in 1938.

The Jesus prayer holds a pre-eminent place... It is directed to place us into God’s presence without any thoughts, only the understanding of that miracle that we are here and God is present with us. With the Jesus prayer there is nothing and no-one, except God and us. It is a good companion, friendly, always close and totally personal, in spite of the seeming monotony when repeated.
In joy or in sorrow, when it becomes habitual, the Jesus prayer becomes a strength, revitalizing the soul, always a ready answer to any call from God.
Without prayers and hope, the world will suffocate in its own hatred and will become weary from suffering. In vain the voices cry out, the weeping eyes await the light.
The night grows darker… And without Christ, the day will not come to replace the night…

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St Job of Pochaev (1551-1651)

Commemoration
October 28/November 10

St. Job is remembered as a defender of the Orthodox Faith, an ascetic and spiritual father, miracle worker, and abbot of the great monastery of Pochaev located today in western Ukraine.

Reverend Job, the Abbot of Pochaev, a miracle worker, is still the heavenly patron and intercessor for all those who turn to him with faith and love. His life is an eternal reminder of the power of faith, the strength of the spirit, and the boundless love for God and one's neighbor. He is an example to follow for all those who strive for spiritual perfection and the protection of Orthodoxy.

The Pochaev Lavra, founded and strengthened by the works of St. Job, is a place of pilgrimage for thousands of believers from all over the world. Here, they can touch the holy relics, pray at the relics of St. Job, and experience the blessed atmosphere of this holy place.

Reverend Job of Pochaev is not just a historical figure; he is a living example of holiness, faith, and love. His life and deeds continue to inspire and guide us on our journey to God.

And all the flock of the word should look constantly upon their Shepherd, and always love and honor Him, because He suffered for His flock, the Passionless and the Most Pure; and they should not glory in perishable garments, nor in luxurious living, nor in worldly food, but in deeds and in all honesty, to please the Creator.

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