HOLY SILENCE

Rev. Dr. Thomas Colyandro is an Orthodox priest, confessor, spiritual counselor, retreat leader, university lecturer, and writer who has given myriad talks at parishes, monasteries, conferences, and seminars. He has written and/or edited books and articles in spirituality and theology and has been interviewed regarding these same subjects.

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Fr. Thomas’ work has centered on his original concept of an uncreated silence, which exists through the Holy Spirit, can be heard in silent prayer, and is fostered by spiritual relationships. He is the director of the theology program at St. Athanasius College and was the assistant director of the Center for Faith & Culture at the University of St. Thomas (Houston).

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Fr. Thomas has taught spirituality, Pneumatology, eschatology, comparative religion, pastoral theology, leadership in adult faith formation, and other courses at multiple colleges. He is currently on the steering committee of the International Orthodox Theological Association (IOTA) Asceticism and Spirituality Group, a consulting strategist for the Orientale Lumen Foundation/Eastern Christian Publications, and a former board member of the Russian Cultural Center in Houston. Fr. Thomas has also been a regional keynote speaker for the United Nations Interfaith Harmony Week.