Dec 20
Born in 1829, St. John of Kronstadt was an archpriest in the Russian Orthodox Church. He was a fervent advocate of the return to frequent communion. St. John fell asleep in the Lord in 1908.
Iconography by the hand of Matthew D. Garrett
Born in 1829, St. John of Kronstadt was an archpriest in the Russian Orthodox Church. He was a fervent advocate of the return to frequent communion. St. John fell asleep in the Lord in 1908.
January 29th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Dear Matthew, this icon of St. John of Kronstadt is one of the most beautiful icons I’ve ever seen!
January 29th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
Thanks, Dorothy. This particular icon was a gift to my priest. Before my wife and I got married, I came to visit her in Boise and Fr. Mark and his wife let me stay at their house. Since they love St. John, it seemed like a perfect gift for them, and was a joy to paint.
January 31st, 2010 at 4:46 am
This icon is now a family treasure. St. John has been instrumental in our home this past year and I pray his intercessions will continue on our behalf. We have been greatly blessed by you writing this icon for us. May God continue your holy work. Thank you Matthew.