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Saint Seraphim of Sarov Eastern Orthodox Cathedral |
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Events & Service Times
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| SUNDAY SERVICES |
11:00 AM |
Divine Liturgy |
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All services are in English --
Everyone is welcome! You've had a standing invitation to attend
MEMORY
ETERNAL! EULOGY
For Desiemarie
Fell Asleep in the Lord on Sunday, November 10, 2013
By; Metropolitan
Archbishop Michael D. Jordan, Ph.D.
We’re here today to celebrate the life of
Desiemarie. Although she is physically separated from us, she will
always be part of the lives she touched while she was with us. Her
family and friends knew her as a special, loving, generous and kind
person. She was completely dedicated to her family, her friends, and
of course her pets.
There was abundant evidence that she was filled
with love which is one of the most important characteristics to have
as a human being. Love is truly the only thing that we can take
with us when we depart from our physical life. Love is eternal and
transcends time. Although death separates us physically from our
loved ones; love ties us all together with an unbreakable eternal
bond.
In the Eastern Orthodox Church we sing Memories
Eternal during the Funeral Service and Memorial Service. These
services help us to remember our loved ones that have joined the
Church Triumphant. Traditionally, we do a Memorial Service at the
Funeral Home, then on the Sunday following the funeral. Forty days
after their passing we do a Memorial Service and then every year on
the closest Sunday to the anniversary of their passing.
This means that we keep their memories alive in our
hearts and minds. This helps us to reaffirm and rekindle the bond of
love that unites us together with our friends and loved ones. This
is why we sing, Memories Eternal. Even though we are separated
physically from them, we maintain that bond of love that always
remains in our hearts and minds.
One of the concepts that Desiemarie embraced fully
is the fact that we are all connected. The fellowship of the Saints
was easy for her to understand and accept because she knew that
those who have passed physically are still our brothers and sisters
in Christ and they are still as important to us now as they were
when they were physically among us.
It is stated clearly in the Scriptures that “God is
the God of the Living, not the dead.” Another Eastern Orthodox
precept is the belief that to be absent from the body is to be
present with the Lord. Since our loved ones are present with the
Risen, Living, Lord Jesus Christ, then truly the statement, “God is
the God of the Living, not the dead”, becomes a true and comforting
thought for the family and friends of Desiemarie.
To the family and friends of Desiemarie, we are
saddened by her physical loss, but on the other hand, we recognize
that she has transcended into a place where she will no longer
suffer the trials and tribulations that we, the Church Militant must
endure. She is in a place of joy and comfort and she feels and
celebrates every bit of love that is being shown to her by the
friends and loved ones that she loved so dearly.
We should also be comforted by the knowledge that
she will be waiting to greet us when our time comes to pass from
this physical world. Although, many years may pass before that time
comes upon us, to her it will be only a brief moment in time that we
were physically parted from her. The joy she and all of us will feel
at that wonderful reunion will be indescribably wonderful. Until
that wonderful reunion, may Desiemarie’s Memory be Eternal.
PLEASE, COME WORSHIP WITH
US! "Come to me, all you that
labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28. In
this fast paced world of pagers, email, and cell phones, few can find the
spiritual rest and peace of mind that they so desperately need.
Unfortunately, even some churches are filled with politics and power
struggles, as if we don’t get enough of that at work! "Be still and
know that I am God". Psalm 46 Our spirit needs to be rested and
recharged so we will be better able to cope with the day-to-day struggles of
life.
In this world of turmoil we are
all looking for a peaceful place to escape, if only for a short while.
Finding a peaceful spiritual home these days can sometimes be a daunting
task. St. Seraphim of Sarov Eastern Orthodox Cathedral is a rare
haven of spirituality, peace and prayer. "My Kingdom is not of this
world". John 18:36. Christ’s Holy Church is an earthly glimpse of His
Heavenly Kingdom that is not of this world. Orthodox Christianity offers an
"other worldly" appeal for those who want to rest and renew their
spirit. If you are looking for a church home free from the politics of this
world, St. Seraphim’s is certainly the right place for you.
St. Seraphim’s is a small but
growing church that has been in the Triad area for 11 years. We are a member
of the Holy Eastern Orthodox Church of the United States, an independent,
self-governing Diocese. Our primary worship service is the
Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom which we celebrate every Sunday
morning at 11:00 AM. All of our worship services are done in English. We are
located on the corner of Eastchester and Johnson Streets in High Point.
If you are looking for a "Church home", we're looking for you!
If you want to know
more about us - click on the two links below, these two links should answer
any questions you have about our Diocese, local Cathedral, and Belief
Structure:
DIRECTIONS TO THE
CATHEDRAL: We are located in High Point, North Carolina on the corner of Eastchester and Johnson Streets. We are in the Fellowship Building of the St. Christopher's Episcopal Church. Our physical address is: 303 Eastchester Drive - High Point, North Carolina 27262 - The
Cathedral phone number is: (336)
869-8607. Click here to send us an email
For
more information about our Diocese & Cathedral Click here
For more
information about Eastern Orthodoxy Click here
For
Information about Our Diocese Seminary Courses Click Here
Saint Seraphim's is growing!
Our current building has become too small. We are selling bricks to help raise money for a larger building.
Please Help us in our growth!
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MEMORY ETERNAL
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Our Sub-Deacon, Robert (Longinios) Burns fell asleep in the Lord on Thursday, August 29, 2002 at the age of 69. He was born October 16, 1932 in High Point, North Carolina, a son of Robert Ingold Burns and Sue Tisdale Burns, who both preceded him in death. He was a retired school teacher and principal with the Rockbridge County, Virginia School System. He was a librarian with High Point University. He was a U. S. Army veteran, having served during the Korean War. He was a member and Sub-Deacon of St. Seraphim of Sarov Eastern Orthodox Cathedral. Sub-Deacon (Longinios) Burns served St. Seraphim's Cathedral faithfully for eight years as a loyal member, Church Reader, then as a Sub-Deacon. So strong was the faith of this servant of God, that he often served in the Altar even in his last days when pain and weakness from his cancer was almost unbearable! He was a beloved father and grandfather who touched many people and friends with his stories and love for history. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jane Elizabeth. Surviving are his four daughters Mary, Catherine, Caroline, and Gwyn. His grandchildren are Ivy Elizabeth, Robert Alexander, and Sophia. A Trisagion Service was done by Father Michael on Sunday evening, September 1st, and his funeral and burial was also done by Father Michael on Monday, September 2nd, 2002. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that memorials be made to this fine servant of God to: St. Seraphim of Sarov - Eastern Orthodox Cathedral - PO BOX 77342 - Greensboro, NC 27417-7342. |
Read about the Miracle at St. Seraphim's
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MEMORY ETERNAL Please, remember in your prayers all those who lost their lives in the tragedy of September 11, 2001. Also, remember all of their families friends and loved ones as well. Pray for peace in the world and for God's Holy Protection for us all!
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MEMORY ETERNAL Please, remember in your prayers all those who lost their lives in the various natural disasters in the past years. It is our Christian duty to pray for all mankind! |
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Please note: All of our services are open to the public, consider yourself invited to attend any of our services.
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