Monday Inspirations
Posted June 15, 2026
Inspiration to Start the Work Week
"The true response to the divine call is not found in high words, but in tears of repentance and a broken heart. God does not look for great achievements, but for a humble soul that throws itself entirely upon His mercy." — St. John of Kronstadt
Dear Parishioners and Friends,
In Sunday's gospel Jesus called his disciples to follow him. Taking time for prayer and discernment is the way to hear God calling to us.
Each of us can serve God with the gifts that he has given us. We all have something to share. If we are humble and willing, God will give us what we need to accomplish the task that he has in mind for us.
This week I encourage you to considering your calling. Is there something that has been on your heart to do in the service of the Lord? If so, are you ready to respond to his call?
I believe the following words for young adults speak to all of us. Are you ready to take that first step?
Love in Christ,
Fr. Paul
Y2AM - Orthodox Christian Youth and Young Adult Ministries
In Matthew 4:18–23, Christ calls the first disciples not with force, but with a simple invitation: “Follow Me.” That moment shows us that discipleship begins when ordinary people dare to step toward an extraordinary God.
>As young adults, you stand at a crossroads where countless voices compete for your attention, yet Christ’s call remains the only one that promises a life rooted in truth, purpose, and love. The disciples left their nets—everything familiar—to discover who they truly were in God, and you are invited into that same courage. In the Orthodox tradition, this passage reminds us that faith is not passive; it is a movement of the heart that transforms how we live, work, and relate to others.
Your “nets” may be fears, distractions, or habits that keep you from fully offering yourself to God. However, when you let go, even a little, you make space for Christ to shape your life with purpose and holiness.
As you leave the Divine Liturgy today, take one concrete step—small but real—to follow Christ more intentionally, and let that step become the beginning of your own discipleship journey.