St Shenouda Press

05/10/2026

A calling to monastic life doesn’t always arrive through a dramatic sign, a vision or an angel appearing with an answer.

Sometimes, God’s call is much quieter.

St Anthony simply went to church, heard the words of the Gospel — “Go, sell what you have… and come, follow Me” — and allowed those words to speak personally to his heart.

God can certainly work through extraordinary experiences, but we shouldn’t overlook the ordinary ways He speaks to us.

Sometimes the calling begins simply by listening — and having the courage to respond. ✝️

05/10/2026

did you know how St Mark was martyred?

One year Easter fell on the same day as the festival of Serapis. Th...

05/10/2026

The unseen power of a compliment or a cheer - fr. Mark Asaad

05/10/2026

St George church scouts has joined us for a great long weekend. They spend the weekend camping and learning life skills as well as spirituality together with the monks!

St George Coptic Orthodox Church

04/10/2026

What does it truly mean to serve God?

Service is not limited to standing before a congregation or leading a ministry. Often, it is found in the quiet, unseen moments of faithfulness.

In this video, we explore the beauty of monastic life and how even the simplest daily tasks—welcoming others, caring for the church, and serving with humility—can become acts of worship when they are offered to God.

Wherever God has placed us, may we learn to serve Him with love, humility, and a joyful heart.

04/10/2026

What is it that leads to sin? - fr. Anthony Mourad

03/10/2026

Unceasing prayer doesn't mean spending every moment on your knees. It means learning to carry prayer with you throughout your day.

While working, walking, driving or completing ordinary tasks, the heart can remain turned toward God.

It may be the Jesus Prayer. A Psalm. A verse from Scripture. Even a few quiet words offered to Christ.

The words may change, but the purpose remains the same: to keep bringing the heart and mind back to God.

Prayer becomes more than something we stop to do — it gradually becomes a way of living. ✝️

03/10/2026

Spiritual devotion

03/10/2026

Today we celebrated the First liturgy for the new priest Fr Anthony from Melbourne diocese with the family and congregation from Melbourne.

The newly ordained Fr Anthony and Fr Jacob from melbourne diocese are spending 40 days at our monastery where they are learning the rites of the church.

Fr Jacob’s first liturgy will be next week.