We Have Seen the True Light
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We Have Seen the True Light
“Paralysis in a Parish” Sermon/Spring GA Report - May 3, 2026
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Fr. Demetri Costarakis
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On this 4th Sunday of Pascha we hear about 2 individuals who were paralyzed, one for 8 years and the other for 38 years. A parish may have a beautiful temple, faithful clergy, ministries and many names in their stewardship roll, yet if people are uninvolved, indifferent, or waiting for others to do it “Someone Else Will”, the body of Christ become weakened…possibly paralyzed.
What can be done? We follow the direction of Christ “Rise take up your pallet and walk“
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