The Way of Saint Basil

Following the example of Saint Basil, who embodied humility through compassionate leadership and faithful obedience, we seek to submit our lives to God’s divine will, acknowledging that true wisdom arises from a humble heart. We trust in the guidance of Christ’s teachings and the counsel of our spiritual elders, seeking their wisdom in decision-making, prayer, and daily living.

Saint Basil emphasized simplicity, moderation, and disciplined spiritual effort as pathways to union with God. Embracing this ascetic ethos, we consciously practice simplicity and self-denial—fasting, prayerful reflection, and restraint—recognizing that freedom from worldly attachments deepens our communion with Christ and nurtures our spiritual growth.

Following Saint Basil’s passionate exhortation toward care for the needy, we dedicate ourselves to acts of charity, generously sharing the resources entrusted to us by God. In the spirit of Basil’s groundbreaking ministries—establishing hospitals, shelters, and centers of compassionate care—we joyfully welcome strangers and friends alike, offering love, nourishment, shelter, and community to all who seek comfort and support.

Inspired by Saint Basil’s teaching that all good things are gifts from God, entrusted to humanity for common benefit, we embrace communal stewardship. We hold our assets collectively within this trust, dedicating them fully to serving Christ’s Church, supporting missionary efforts, aiding those in need, and faithfully advancing the religious and spiritual mission of our family. In doing so, we embody Saint Basil’s vision of unity, collaboration, and communal life—understanding that together we form one body, living harmoniously in service to God and one another.