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You appeared as a luminous dove with golden wings, and flew to the heights of heaven, O revered Christina, and came to rest. We faithfully celebrate your glorious feast and venerate the shrine of your relics, from which divine healing of souls and bodies flows abundantly for all.
St. Christina of Tyre
Join Axia Women on an immersive journey into the world of the Myrrhbearing women!
We invite Orthodox women of all ages to a unique pilgrimage-themed retreat this October—an inspiring Holy Land journey, right here in the USA.Join us October 10–12 for a pilgrimage-themed retreat led by Dr. Roberta Ervine and Arpi Nakashian—renowned scholars who bring the Holy Land to life. From our retreat center in Massachusetts, we’ll follow in the footsteps of the Myrrhbearers as they walk with Christ through the sacred sites of Jerusalem and beyond—offering an immersive, contemplative journey without leaving home.
See Christ’s life and ministry through the eyes of the Myrrhbearing Women, and experience a slow-paced, contemplative alternative to a traditional pilgrimage.
Learn more and register here!
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Thursday, August 7, 2025
Our next prayer by an Orthodox woman was submitted by Caroline Hanna Guirgis:
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Blessed Feast of the Transfiguration for those who celebrate today! We had a wonderful four weeks meditating on this Feast with Orthodox women across jurisdictions as part of our “Women Sharing the Good News: Teaching and Preaching” mini-course which concluded last week! Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be sharing a selection of sermons with you, starting with this rich and beautiful meditation by Kristina Baktis. You can also watch her give this sermon on our Youtube channel here!
Thursday, July 31, 2025
We’re thrilled to share the exciting lineup of events and courses we’ve been working hard to bring you over the next 18 months! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:
Pilgrimage, Part 1: Jerusalem in Charleton, MA
You’ve heard the buzz—now it’s nearly here! Join us for 48 hours of deep learning and reflection on the life of Jesus through the lives of the Myrrh-bearing Women, with expert guides Arpi Nakashian and Dr. Roberta Erwine. Don’t miss this special journey, October 10-12.