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Abuse & Gluttony – Could They Be Linked?

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For anyone reading this article who is still living with an abuser, please reach out for help. When food is…
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What can I even say about such happiness? Dress from @eshakti

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At an #orthodoxwedding the priest reads from the G

At an #orthodoxwedding the priest reads from the Gospel of St. John, chapter 2, the wedding at Cana.

Although I’ve read and heard this passage many times, as I stood before my bridegroom yesterday, in the presence of God, and heard my priest read this to us, I understood something for the first time.

Both Jacob and I have been through more than many people have in their lifetimes. We have lost children, we have been in abusive marriages, we have struggled and we have longed to have a partner in life to walk the path of salvation with us.

At times, I have wished I had found this in my youth. But as I listened, and Jake held my hand, I knew this was the best wine. The wine miraculously wrought. The best saved for last. And it was worth it all.

#secondchances #weddingatcana #orthodoxcrowns #orthodoxchristian #orthodoxchurch

With Mr. Light at the courthouse getting a marriag

With Mr. Light at the courthouse getting a marriage license.

You may have noticed the name of this account has changed from The Iconic Feminine to Faith and Light. Faith is my daughter, and Light will be my new name. It is also my new reality: Overcoming an abusive relationship, a long and painful past, and finally embracing a healthy and kind life of peace and being partners on the path of salvation.

The entire focus of my life has shifted to the light that darkness can not comprehend. #FaithAndLightBlog #orthodoxchristianity #orthodoxchurch #sacramentalmarriage

Christ is Risen! #xristosanesti #kristosvoskrese #

Christ is Risen! #xristosanesti #kristosvoskrese #christisrisen

This is the day of resurrection. Let us embrace one another. Pascha, the Lord’s Pascha! #pascha #orthodoxeaster

Practicing wedding hair! Which makes me realize I

Practicing wedding hair! Which makes me realize I need to post some serious life updates here! More to come.

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As we approach #GreatLent the scripture reading fo

As we approach #GreatLent the scripture reading for today is a great reminder to approach God soberly, with mourning and fasting. #orthodoxchristian #orthodoxchurch #theiconicfeminine #orthodoxwomen

Good morning, everyone ☦️. This is my beautiful fr

Good morning, everyone ☦️. This is my beautiful friend, Matushka Maria @cloverandcross She spends her life giving and doing all she can for everyone around her. She gives of her time, her energy, her love, her prayer, and she could really use some financial support. Please go read the link in my bio to learn more and prayerfully consider giving what you can to help her and her family. #orthodoxclergywives #orthodoxclergy #orthodoxchristian #rocor

Lately I’ve been struggling being that person who

Lately I’ve been struggling being that person who needed someone to come to them gently. And thank God, someone did. Never judge. Always love. #stsilouantheathonite #orthodoxchristian #rocor #orthodoxchristianity #orthodoxwomen

#firstdayoffall and it was a wonderful day in #stl

#firstdayoffall and it was a wonderful day in #stlouismissouri cool and breezy. Filled with old friends and new beginnings. #godsmercy #lettinggo #startingover #orthodoxchristianity

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What can I even say about such happiness? Dress fr

What can I even say about such happiness? Dress from @eshakti

#orthodoxwedding #orthodoxweddingcrowns #stlouiswedding #plussizeweddingdress

At an #orthodoxwedding the priest reads from the G

At an #orthodoxwedding the priest reads from the Gospel of St. John, chapter 2, the wedding at Cana.

Although I’ve read and heard this passage many times, as I stood before my bridegroom yesterday, in the presence of God, and heard my priest read this to us, I understood something for the first time.

Both Jacob and I have been through more than many people have in their lifetimes. We have lost children, we have been in abusive marriages, we have struggled and we have longed to have a partner in life to walk the path of salvation with us.

At times, I have wished I had found this in my youth. But as I listened, and Jake held my hand, I knew this was the best wine. The wine miraculously wrought. The best saved for last. And it was worth it all.

#secondchances #weddingatcana #orthodoxcrowns #orthodoxchristian #orthodoxchurch

With Mr. Light at the courthouse getting a marriag

With Mr. Light at the courthouse getting a marriage license.

You may have noticed the name of this account has changed from The Iconic Feminine to Faith and Light. Faith is my daughter, and Light will be my new name. It is also my new reality: Overcoming an abusive relationship, a long and painful past, and finally embracing a healthy and kind life of peace and being partners on the path of salvation.

The entire focus of my life has shifted to the light that darkness can not comprehend. #FaithAndLightBlog #orthodoxchristianity #orthodoxchurch #sacramentalmarriage

Christ is Risen! #xristosanesti #kristosvoskrese #

Christ is Risen! #xristosanesti #kristosvoskrese #christisrisen

This is the day of resurrection. Let us embrace one another. Pascha, the Lord’s Pascha! #pascha #orthodoxeaster

Practicing wedding hair! Which makes me realize I

Practicing wedding hair! Which makes me realize I need to post some serious life updates here! More to come.

#OrthodoxMarriage #sacramentalmarriage #bride #orthodoxchristian #orthodoxcrowning #rocor #ancientfaith

As we approach #GreatLent the scripture reading fo

As we approach #GreatLent the scripture reading for today is a great reminder to approach God soberly, with mourning and fasting. #orthodoxchristian #orthodoxchurch #theiconicfeminine #orthodoxwomen

Good morning, everyone ☦️. This is my beautiful fr

Good morning, everyone ☦️. This is my beautiful friend, Matushka Maria @cloverandcross She spends her life giving and doing all she can for everyone around her. She gives of her time, her energy, her love, her prayer, and she could really use some financial support. Please go read the link in my bio to learn more and prayerfully consider giving what you can to help her and her family. #orthodoxclergywives #orthodoxclergy #orthodoxchristian #rocor

Lately I’ve been struggling being that person who

Lately I’ve been struggling being that person who needed someone to come to them gently. And thank God, someone did. Never judge. Always love. #stsilouantheathonite #orthodoxchristian #rocor #orthodoxchristianity #orthodoxwomen

#firstdayoffall and it was a wonderful day in #stl

#firstdayoffall and it was a wonderful day in #stlouismissouri cool and breezy. Filled with old friends and new beginnings. #godsmercy #lettinggo #startingover #orthodoxchristianity

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