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‘From across the centuries the Apostles cry out: “Take up your cross!”’: Homily of Bishop Irenei of London and Western Europe on the Feast of the Holy Apostles, 2026.

July 12, 2026 · 1 min read

‘They understood that grace is a gift freely given, but the overcoming of the passions in the heart involves a price that must be paid…’

Source: Site: Великобританская и Западно-Европейская епархия  ·  Read the full story →
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Elizabeth Parker
That line about grace being free but the passions costing something really hit home. I’ve seen it in my own life — you can’t just pray the anger or pride away without actually denying yourself in the moment. Makes me wonder how the Apostles managed it while still preaching to crowds every day.
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