Hi! My name is Anna, and I am an Orthodox Christian with a deep love for Orthodox life and the teachings of the saints. I enjoy discussing faith, prayer, and how the wisdom of the saints can be lived in everyday life. I have led outdoor courses on hermit saints and the faithful at the Valamo Monastery Lay Academy, as well as pilgrimage courses for children. Nature is especially dear to me, as it reveals the beauty of God’s creation and calls the soul to peace and gratitude. For many years I have attended services at Valamo Monastery and Lintula Convent in Finland, and I have also been blessed to spend time at the Convent of the Annunciation in Ormylia and the Convent of Saint John the Theologian in Souroti. My hope is to build a community of people who love Christ and wish to grow together through meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and encouragement on the Orthodox path. If you are looking into the Orthodox faith I would love to know more about you! By the prayers of our most Holy Theotokos, + Anna