Today I left the God-protected city of San Francisco for the (relatively-speaking) northern wasteland known as Seattle. Perhaps I should not call it a “wasteland,” for in this city the Holy Hierarch John of San Francisco reposed. Indeed, every city and creature is “God-protected”; if God were to withdraw His sustaining energies from Creation for a moment, we would be reduced to nothing.

Yesterday, after several days sitting in at classes, I finally taught two history classes at St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy. Thanks to St. John, I did well enough that I am going to return to teach in the Fall, God willing. San Francisco has some very high rents, so I humbly ask you, my readers, to pray that I secure affordable housing. Also, please pray for me, unworthy John, that my mind be enlightened by the Holy Spirit so I can teach well.

Hristos Voskrese!