0049 - A new series of posts.

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Dear Readers,

In the month of April, I will commence making posts on the origins of the Miraculous Icons of Mount Athos in the order of the Monasteries. Some of the stories are not really known well outside of Athos, and for some, this will be the first time the full stories will be written in English.

I hope you all enjoy, and I wish you all a Blessed Easter.

In Christ,

George Fangos

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