St. Mary of Egypt and Sanctity

In this Orthodox Bible and adult study, Mr. Anthony Ally reflects on the life of St. Mary of Egypt as a model of true repentance and the path to holiness. Once lost in sin, St. Mary’s radical conversion in the desert shows that no one is beyond the reach of God’s mercy. Through her example and the teaching of the Church, we learn that holiness is not reserved for the perfect but for those who humble themselves, persevere in repentance, and long for communion with Christ above all else.