The Grace of God the Father, the love of His Son, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
My name is Christian Azarias, and I am a convert to Orthodoxy. Though unworthy, I was tonsured a Reader in 2021 and ordained a Deacon in 2025 for Debre Medhanit Medhanealem Orthodox Tewahedo Church. I am also currently pursuing my Masters in Theology at Holy Sophia University.
This personal blog of mine was created with the purpose of sharing my love for God and the sacred truths of the Holy Orthodox Church founded by the Eternal Logos — Jesus Christ, to Whom be the Glory forever — upon His holy Apostles. Because the Gospel and the faith of the Church is without change, the blog earned its name ‘FaithUntoAges’.
You will find that it is visually inspired by medieval Christian manuscripts, art, and literature. The posts cover a variety of subjects relevant to the ancient faith, which include; Early Church History, Apologetics, Patristic Exegesis of the Bible, Sacred Art, Ecclesial Music, and the like. You will also find sermons and reflections on these matters, some of which — God willing — will be contributed from guest authors. May God bless their service and remember them in His Kingdom to come.
Please remember my weak self — the chief of sinners — and my beloved family in your prayers; pleading God for very our salvation.
May God Bless each and every single one of you. Glory to the Most Holy Trinity forever, and unto the ages of ages – Amen.
Selam,
Deacon Christian Azarias
Recent Posts
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- The Way of the Cross: Historical Persecution and Spiritual Endurance in the Coptic ChurchThe history of the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria is an enduring journey along the path of the Cross. Founded by Saint Mark the Evangelist … Continue reading “The Way of the Cross: Historical Persecution and Spiritual Endurance in the Coptic Church”
- Unceasing Prayer through the Spirit and its Fruit: A Homily of St. Macarius the GreatThat we need a great zeal for prayer, and that the Spirit who dwells in our spirits brings it about, is clearly shown by the … Continue reading “Unceasing Prayer through the Spirit and its Fruit: A Homily of St. Macarius the Great”
- Preview: The Office of the Deaconate: Apostolic Order, Spiritual Maturity, and the Misuse of a Holy Office.Our brother Deacon Nathaniel has written a well articulate and detailed analysis on the history of the Diaconate and its current place, misuse, and even … Continue reading “Preview: The Office of the Deaconate: Apostolic Order, Spiritual Maturity, and the Misuse of a Holy Office.”
- Forgotten Diaconal Functions of the Alexandrian TraditionIn Orthodoxy, the Divine Liturgy is regarded as being Heaven on Earth. This is because Jesus Christ, truly and actuality, becomes present on the Altar … Continue reading “Forgotten Diaconal Functions of the Alexandrian Tradition”
- The Diaconate: Servanthood, Character, and Apostolic OrderConsidering that there is a lack of understanding amongst many of the faithful regarding what the office of the Deacon entails, and what his responsibilities … Continue reading “The Diaconate: Servanthood, Character, and Apostolic Order”
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