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Sarx (σαρξ) is the Greek word for "flesh". This is the blog of a Southern Man (sojourning in Buffalo, NY) attempting to follow God in the way of Jesus.

I am a priest in the Russian Orthodox Church in America (ROCIA). We are growing a Mission community here in Buffalo.

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Disclaimer

I who have written this story, or rather this fable, give no credence to the various incidents related in it. For some things in it are the deceptions of demons, other poetic figments; some are probable, others improbable; while still others are intended for the delectation of foolish men. (Closing lines of the Táin Bó Cúalnge)

Sacrifice?

VER AT The Daily Episcopalian, Derek has posted an essay on animal sacrifice in the OT. He wrestles with the most logical question (that a modern would ask), “how is killing an animal going to help anything, and why would that make God happy?” He comes to some very surprising conclusions about table [...]

In all things thanksgiving

F I’m ever asked why I want to be a priest, I hope I can be this eloquent. (Props to Fr T)

New Liturgy for Americans

HE BISHOP From over the mountains has approved a new, more literal English translation of the Mass for the Entirety of the Anglosphere. (See how great his power is?) The Catholic News Agency reports:
The new translation is more literal at times. For instance, the first line of the Sanctus, which follows the Consecration, [...]