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From the Sayings of the Desert Fathers
Monasticism
Whoever wishes to see God must try to purify his heart by constantly thinking of God. (St. John Saba, The Spiritual Elder)		 St. Mary & St. Moses Abbey Retreat CenterSt. Mary & St. Moses Abbey Retreat Center offers opportunities for spiritual growth. The environment around the Retreat Center is conducive to solace and introspection. Click here more information »
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Articles from the Monastic Library
» Stories from the Desert - on St. John the Theban
» Stories from the Desert - on Abba Macarius of Alexandria
» Stories from the Desert - on Abba Cassian
» Stories from the Desert - on St. Basil the Great
» Stories from the Desert - on Abba Matoes
» Stories from the Desert - on Abba Isaac, Priest of the Cells
» What is Monasticism?
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Koiahk Praises (recorded at the monastery)

Sermons on Monasticism
» Calmness in Monasticism
» Detachment
» Thoughts Warfare
» Silence
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