Contemplations – Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Midlands, U.K.

“God requires not the doing of the commandments for their own sake, but for the correction of the soul.” – St. Isaac the Syrian

“God requires not the doing of the commandments for their own sake, but for the correction of the soul.” – St. Isaac the Syrian

Jul 2, 2026

“By the Holy Spirit’s power are sealed all the entrances into your soul. By theseal of anointing with Sacred Chrism all your bodily members are sealed and you are now able to use your senses for the good of your own soul and the welfare of others.” – St. Ephraim of Syria

“By the Holy Spirit’s power are sealed all the entrances into your soul. By theseal of anointing with Sacred Chrism all your bodily members are sealed and you are now able to use your senses for the good of your own soul and the welfare of others.” – St. Ephraim of Syria

Jun 25, 2026

“When the intellect is gladdened by the remembrance of God, then it forgets the afflictions of this world, places its hope in Him, and is no longer troubled or anxious. “- St. Peter of Damaskos

“When the intellect is gladdened by the remembrance of God, then it forgets the afflictions of this world, places its hope in Him, and is no longer troubled or anxious. “- St. Peter of Damaskos

Jun 24, 2026

“It is a spiritual gift from God for a man to perceive his own sins.” – St. Isaac the Syrian • • • #coptic #orthodox #dailyreadings #sayingsofthefathers #ukmidcopts

“It is a spiritual gift from God for a man to perceive his own sins.” – St. Isaac the Syrian • • • #coptic #orthodox #dailyreadings #sayingsofthefathers #ukmidcopts

Jun 21, 2026

“Many blessings such as health, shelter, clothing and food you have, yet you never give thanks because you consider them normal matters and take them for granted. But those that are deprived of them are aware of and feel the values of such blessings and if they obtain them, they give a heartfelt thanks. Always give thanks to our Lord.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

“Many blessings such as health, shelter, clothing and food you have, yet you never give thanks because you consider them normal matters and take them for granted. But those that are deprived of them are aware of and feel the values of such blessings and if they obtain them, they give a heartfelt thanks. Always give thanks to our Lord.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

Jun 20, 2026

“Your honour is kept for you in heaven. Your honour is in your endurance and in carrying the cross, for through them you will resemble your Master.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

“Your honour is kept for you in heaven. Your honour is in your endurance and in carrying the cross, for through them you will resemble your Master.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

Jun 19, 2026