AlexRodB Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Sorry my English is bad. But my heart is good. and thank you to all for what you did to me. I wish I knew who you were. I wish I could see you. I wish I could have a party and see you all. But in my dreams and prayers God lets me see you. So thank you for all. Thank you and pray for me and my dad Rod. Thanksyou. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin86 Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 (edited) Hey little Rod, what's up? I like you avator. Edited June 1, 2008 by Justin86 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexRodB Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 My dad made the pciture. Sister Brittany - Phillosobrat from here sent it to me. He is St Moses of Ethiopia and he is my Saint. I also have St Michael because in my town, Lalibela there are 14 churches dug out of rock and dirt and each has a saint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin86 Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Cool. I didn't notice at first that St. Michael was in the corner. Are you glad you're moving? It sounds like you were having a tough time in Albania. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexRodB Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 This is who St Moses is - I had to make a project and my dad helped and we don think many will know him so here it is... Born 330, Egypt Died 405, Scetes, Egypt [b]Venerated in Roman Catholic Church[/b] Eastern Orthodox Churches Oriental Orthodox Churches Eastern Catholic Churches Major shrine Paromeos Monastery, Scetes, Egypt Feast August 28 (West) July 1 = Paoni 24 (East) Attributes black monk with a pierced bag full of sand Patronage Africa [img]http://www.coptic.net/pictures/Icon.StMosesTheBlack.gif[/img] Saint Moses the Black (330 – 405), known as the Ethiopian or the strong, was a slave of a government official in Egypt who dismissed him for theft and suspected murder. He became the leader of a gang of bandits who roamed the Nile Valley spreading terror and violence. He was a large, imposing figure. On one occasion, a barking dog prevented Moses from carrying out a robbery, so he swore vengeance on the owner. Weapons in his mouth, Moses swam the river toward the owner's hut. The owner, again alerted, hid, and the frustrated Moses took some of his sheep to slaughter. Attempting to hide from local authorities, he took shelter with some monks in a colony in the desert of Scetes, near Alexandria. The dedication of their lives, as well as their peace and contentment, influenced Moses deeply. He soon gave up his old way of life, became a Christian, was baptized and joined the monastic community at Scetes. Moses had a rather difficult time adjusting to regular monastic discipline. His flair for adventure remained with him. Attacked by a group of robbers in his desert cell, Moses fought back, overpowered the intruders, and dragged them to the chapel where the other monks were at prayer. He told the brothers that he didn't think it Christian to hurt the robbers and asked what he should do with them. The overwhelmed robbers repented, were converted, and themselves joined the community. Moses was zealous in all he did, but became discouraged when he concluded he was not perfect enough. Early one morning, Saint Isidore, abbot of the monastery, took Moses to the roof and together they watched the first rays of dawn come over the horizon. Isidore told Moses, "Only slowly do the rays of the sun drive away the night and usher in a new day, and thus, only slowly does one become a perfect contemplative." Moses proved to be effective as a prophetic spiritual leader. The abbot ordered the brothers to fast during a particular week. Some brothers came to Moses, and he prepared a meal for them. Neighboring monks reported to the abbot that Moses was breaking the fast. When they came to confront Moses, they changed their minds, saying "You did not keep a human commandment, but it was so that you might keep the divine commandment of hospitality." Some see in this account one of the earliest allusions to the Paschal fast, which developed at this time. When a brother committed a fault and Moses was invited to a meeting to discuss an appropriate penance, Moses refused to attend. When he was again called to the meeting, Moses took a leaking jug filled with water and carried it on his shoulder. Another version of the story has him carrying a basket filled with sand. When he arrived at the meeting place, the others asked why he was carrying the jug. He replied, "My sins run out behind me and I do not see them, but today I am coming to judge the errors of another." On hearing this, the assembled brothers forgave the erring monk. Moses became the spiritual leader of a colony of hermits in the Western Desert. Later, he was ordained a priest. At about age 75, about the year 405 AD, word came that a group of Berbers planned to attack the monastery. The brothers wanted to defend themselves, but Moses forbade it. He told them to retreat, rather than take up weapons. He and seven others remained behind and greeted the invaders with open arms, but all eight were martyred by the bandits on 24 Paoni (July 1st). A modern interpretation honors Saint Moses the Black as an apostle of non-violence. His relics and major shrine are found today at the Church of the Virgin Mary in the Paromeos Monastery. [color="#FF0000"][b][i]I tried to help Alex with the photos but to no luck sorry. The story of St Moses is amazing and really covers everything about Alex in the past. Brittany - Philosobrat from here discovered St Moses for him. He has his picture in his room and prays every night. He asks God for the bad people to leave him alone and to become good. - Rod[/i][/b][/color] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexRodB Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 I don't have white hair. My photo is on my AlexRod page. Please call me Alex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galloglasses Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Welcome Alex! I must say you're patron St. Moses is very interesting! Enjoy your time here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Alex!!!! Welcome to Phatmass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKolbe Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Hi Alex!! Nice to meet you!!! That is a very cool story about St. Moses!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autumn Dusk Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Hey Alex! It is very sweet that you would have a party for us. I hope to see you around on the board. Don't worry about your English, it's a bit different than how I speak or write it but its actually pretty good. Most Americans don't write as good as you do becuase they are lazy! Sincerely, Autumn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercy me Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Welcome to Phatmass. I hope that you will come often. You have been in our prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archaeology cat Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Alex! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picchick Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 HI ALEX!!! Welcome to phatmass! Meg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alicemary Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Glad to actually hear from your Alex!! We have followed your journey from the beggining. I am sure you know what a wonderful man you have for a new father. You have picked some good patron saints, they will always be by your side to help you when you need them. Your phamily here loves you!! Alicemary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexRodB Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 I still do not understand who you all are, or where you are or how we can do this. It is a miracle. But I thank you. My dad - Rod is cool and the bestest he is. He will tell me. But now I have homework. I pray for you all. Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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