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.
Holy-Icons
Iconography by the hand of Matthew D. Garrett
Christ is in our Midst!
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.