Journal of an artisan iconographer in training

The Mandylion Icon by Emma Rae Rhead

The Mandylion: The Icon Not Made by Hands

Throughout the centuries, sacred art has played a crucial role in Christian devotion, offering believers a tangible connection to the divine. Among the most enigmatic and revered images in Christian...

The Mandylion: The Icon Not Made by Hands

Throughout the centuries, sacred art has played a crucial role in Christian devotion, offering believers a tangible connection to the divine. Among the most enigmatic and revered images in Christian...

Yellow Painted Heart on Paper

The Story of St. Valentine: History, Legacy, an...

St. Valentine, a name synonymous with love and devotion, is one of the most celebrated yet mysterious saints in Christian tradition. Every February 14th, people around the world honour his...

The Story of St. Valentine: History, Legacy, an...

St. Valentine, a name synonymous with love and devotion, is one of the most celebrated yet mysterious saints in Christian tradition. Every February 14th, people around the world honour his...

Orthodox icons in a prayer corner with candles.

Saint Hilda of Whitby: A Life of Wisdom, Faith,...

Saint Hilda of Whitby (614–680 AD) is one of the most revered female British saints of early English Christianity. Known for her wisdom, piety, and role in shaping the Church...

Saint Hilda of Whitby: A Life of Wisdom, Faith,...

Saint Hilda of Whitby (614–680 AD) is one of the most revered female British saints of early English Christianity. Known for her wisdom, piety, and role in shaping the Church...

A Brief Introduction to British Saints.

A Brief Introduction to British Saints.

A Legacy of Faith, Heritage, and Devotion Britain, often referred to as a land of ancient traditions and deep spiritual roots, has a rich history of saints whose lives and...

A Brief Introduction to British Saints.

A Legacy of Faith, Heritage, and Devotion Britain, often referred to as a land of ancient traditions and deep spiritual roots, has a rich history of saints whose lives and...

The Role of Icons in Orthodox Worship: Windows to Heaven

The Role of Icons in Orthodox Worship: Windows ...

In Orthodox Christianity, icons hold a unique and sacred place in the life of the Church. Often described as "windows to heaven," they serve not merely as decorative art but...

The Role of Icons in Orthodox Worship: Windows ...

In Orthodox Christianity, icons hold a unique and sacred place in the life of the Church. Often described as "windows to heaven," they serve not merely as decorative art but...

Understanding Orthodox Christian Icons.

Understanding Orthodox Christian Icons.

Icons are often referred to as "windows to heaven." For centuries, these sacred images have played a central role in the worship and spirituality of the Orthodox Christian Church. Yet,...

Understanding Orthodox Christian Icons.

Icons are often referred to as "windows to heaven." For centuries, these sacred images have played a central role in the worship and spirituality of the Orthodox Christian Church. Yet,...