Hieromonk Roman (Matyushin): “We are ashamed to be God’s”translated

October 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Olga Nadporozhskaya

In the prayer “Heavenly King” we call on the Holy Spirit to dwell in us, and we ourselves are filled with the spirit of peace...

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إلياس نصار

Yes, these words hurt. In the prayer “O King of Heaven,” we invite the Holy Spirit to dwell within us, and after a few minutes we return to gossip or worldly concerns. I often notice this in myself immediately after Mass.

Роман Богданов

Yes, definitely noted. Just after the service you’re standing there, seemingly singing “Heavenly King” with all your heart, and half an hour later you’re already in the store arguing with the saleswoman over the price of bread. It becomes embarrassing when you catch yourself doing this. Thanks to Father Roman for reminding me.

Alžbeta Nováková

Yes, exactly. After the "Heavenly Emperor" one feels lighter, but when working on the cable distribution, he immediately starts cursing the person who connected it wrong before him. Then I am ashamed that I allowed it. Thanks to Father Roman for the reminder.

Светлана Андреева

Yes, here I am after “The King of Heaven” leaving the church so calm, and at home my grandson has scattered his toys - and I’m already grumbling at him as if he’s an enemy. It’s a shame afterwards, as Father Roman clearly noticed. Thanks for reminding me.

Ivana Kováčová

Exactly, Elizabeth, I know that. One feels lighter after prayer, but immediately when working with the cable it becomes clear how easily we return to old habits. Thank you for writing this so honestly, it helps me too.

Bogdan Tudor

Yes, exactly as Father Roman says, we pray "Heavenly King" reverently, and after the service, when I get home and see the toys scattered on the floor, I start scolding the little girl as if it were her fault. Then I feel sorry and realize how full I am of the spirit of this world. Thanks for the article.

Anna Šimková

That's right, Ivana, that cable is like a touchstone. I go to cook after prayer and immediately get angry when something burns on me. How are you doing with those old habits now, at work?

Eva Balážová

You're right, that cable is like a mirror. After the prayer, I go to work and he immediately calls me when the patient forgets to say something. Old habits stick like glue, but at least I can see them now. How do you deal with it when you get angry?

Ioana Stan

Yes, Bogdan, I know exactly what you are saying - I, too, after I come from church, if I see unwashed dishes or spilled medicines on the table, I feel the same spirit of dissatisfaction awakening in me. Then my conscience scolds me and I tell myself that the morning prayer has not yet stuck to my heart. Thanks for putting it like that, simple and true.

Lenka Nováková

Yes, Elizabeth, that cable reminds me of how last week I was cursing at snails in the garden, even though I had prayed before. Then one is ashamed that so many times we forget who is supposed to lead us. Thank you for that reminder.

Lukáš Šimko

Yes, Lenka, the snail in the garden reminded me of how I almost cursed yesterday while baking bread when the dough didn't turn out as I should. Then one wonders why the "cable" is pulled out so often. Thank you for writing it.

Ana Ciobanu

Yes, Ioana, that's exactly what happens to me with the dishes in the sink after I come home from work - it's as if a devil wakes up and whispers to me "look what a mess". Then I wonder if my morning prayer has only remained on my lips. Have you tried saying a short prayer right while washing the dishes?