Update: See the photos of this event posted by Patrick Barnes of the Orthodox Christian Information Center. 

 The 25th anniversary of the repose of Hieromonk Seraphim Rose was commemorated at the St. Herman of Alaska Monastery in Platina, CA on September 2, 2007. It was really a 3 day event, with Sunday morning liturgy being held at Fr. Seraphim's grave, and about 100 pilgrims in attendence, and Liturgy on Monday morning, with over 200 pilgrims in attendence, with Bishop Maxim and another Serbian Bishop serving, as well as Metropolitan Joseph of the Bulgarian Patritarchate. Several talks were given. Fr. Vladimir Anderson and Matushka, as well as Thomas Anderson (who lived in the monastery for a time during Fr. Seraphim's life) shared heart-warming remembrances of Fr. Seraphim. Fr. Damascene Christiansen shared his own remembrances, and gave pilgrims a tour of Fr. Seraphim's cell. Metropolitan Joseph gave 2-3 inspired talks concerning the significance of Hieromonk Seraphim for our time, which coincided with the release of the biography of Fr. Seraphim in Bulgarian. Others shared personal recollections as well. People came from all over the US and Canada for this event, from all Orthodox jurisdictions. A new CD of Fr. Seraphim's taped lecture on the Orthodox Worldview was distributed, and can now be ordered from St. Herman Press.

Frank Schaeffer was back on Book TV, talking about his new book "AWOL", being interviewed for the AfterWords feature.  This time it can be viewed online here.

Michael A. Pappas has written an Essay that deals with the so called "Gospel of Judas", this years attempt by the media to taint Holy Week (watch closely: there is at least one every year). It can be read at:

http://www.stgeorgebroadcasting.com/index.php?/archives/717-The-Hammer-of-Judas.html 

The basic thrust and source of this "Gospel" has been known about at least since the time of St. Ireneaus, who dismissed it for the Gnostic propaganda it was, so this is hardly news, despite having found a new copy.

THEOSIS Revised English Edition 2005

Archimandrite George Capsanis, the Abbot of Gregoriou Monastery on the holy mountain of Athos, has written a book which has been translated into english, and has been made (temporarily?) available on the website of Praxis Research Institute, who will also publish it.

Not everything on Praxis can be recommended, as the attempts to link the "esoteric Christianity" of various "fourth way" teachers (e.g. Gurdjieff, Ouspensky, Mouravieff etc.) to Athonite and Patristic spirituality by the institute, sometimes results in some odd readings of the Holy Fathers. They have, however, published two books by Archimandrite George, A translation of the Triads of St. Gregory Palamas and a book of sermons by St. Theophan the recluse which are generally good, with a few "caveat lectors".

BOOK TV.ORG Description: Professor Alan Jacobs profiles Oxford scholar and religious writer C.S. Lewis in his book "The Narnian." C.S. Lewis created the childrens series "The Chronicles of Narnia," as well as many books for adults on religious topics. Mr. Jacobs details the writer's life and discusses his influence on scholars around the world. This event was hosted by the Cambridge Forum in Massachusetts.

Crossroad Books - Christian Orthodox Books

If you are looking for a source for Orthodox books in the Melbourne area, or if you want to order online from an Australian source, check out the above link.

Archbishop Andrei (Fr. Adrian - 1893-1978) was a disciple of Optina Elder Nectary, and was actually an Elder himself, although he was a married priest for most of his life.  He carried the spirit of Optina Monastery to America, founding the New Diveyevo Convent

The Flame Of Spiritual Attention - An Account of Meeting Fr. Adrian (quoted from the book on Fr. Seraphim Rose)

The Restoration of the Orthodox Way of Life - Short pieces by Archbishop Andrei that reveal the essential nature of conscious inner struggle and philosophy of life, without which a spiritual community can be just a "spiritual hothouse."

Here is an inspiring example of an Orthodox Mission serving people in a full spectrum or integral way:

St. George's Pantry

This is a misson that takes place on both sides of the border.  The website is also an excellent resource for people who want to know more about Orthodoxy in Mexico, or who need resouces in Spanish.