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Icon of St. Lawrence the Deacon - 00STLD01
$36.00 - $625.00Feast Day/Commemorated: August 10 Imprisonment and the Prophecy of Saint Sixtus The holy Martyrs Archdeaco -
Icon of St. Paraskevi - 00STPA07
$36.00 - $625.00Feast Day/Commemorated: July 26 The Holy Virgin Martyr Paraskevi of Rome was a Christian from birth, the only daughter of pious parents, who consecrated herself to God from her earliest years... -
Icon of St. Christopher - 00STCH01
$34.00 - $325.00Feast Day/Commemorated: May 9 Saint Christopher lived during the 3rd century and was martyred around the year 250 under the reign of Emperor Decius. He was a man of immense stature and strength,... -
Icon of St. Helen - 00STHE01
$36.00 - $335.00Feast Day/Commemorated: Mar 19/June 3 The Life and Imperial Veneration of Saint Helen -
Icon of St. Anna - 00STAN01
$36.00 - $625.00Feast Day/Commemorated: September 9 and Her Dormition July 25 The Story of Saints Anna and Joachim Saints
Description
Feast Day/Commemorated: June 11
The Church's Mission and the Peking Orthodox Presence
On the great and saving day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles, empowering these unlearned fishermen to proclaim the Gospel of Christ with divine wisdom and authority. This marked the beginning of the Church's mission to make disciples of all nations, a mission that continues to this day. Following this apostolic tradition, the Russian Orthodox Church established a mission in Peking (modern-day Beijing) in 1685. Over two centuries, this mission fostered a growing Christian community within China, with some converts intermarrying with Russian spouses, further integrating Orthodoxy into the local fabric.
The Boxer Rebellion and the Choice of Faith
By 1900, escalating tensions against foreign powers in China culminated in the violent Boxer Rebellion. During this tumultuous period, the Chinese Christians of the Peking Mission faced a stark and brutal choice: renounce their Christian faith or endure torture and death. This persecution tested the very core of their convictions, demanding an ultimate witness to their allegiance to Christ.
Martyrdom and Glorification of the Chinese New Martyrs
In the face of this severe persecution, two hundred and twenty-two members of the Peking Mission, led by their courageous priest, Father Metrophanes Chang (Chang Tzi-tzung), steadfastly refused to deny Christ. For their unwavering faith, they received incorruptible crowns of glory through martyrdom. Among these Holy New Martyrs are Saint Metrophanes, his wife Tatiana, his sons John and Isaiah, Isaiah's fiancée Maria, the church school teachers Paul Wang and Ia Wen, and many others, whose sacrifice stands as a powerful testament to the enduring strength of faith amidst extreme adversity.
About Our Icons (Print and Mounted):
Theophany Works Icons are handcrafted Orthodox Christian icon reproductions made in the United States with prayer and a desire for excellence. Each of our icons are printed on museum-quality matte canvas, providing a rich print with saturated coloration that lends to a beautiful handwritten-icon appearance.
All Theophany Works Icons are mounted on beveled wooden boards and finished with a high-quality UV protection sealant. This offers a subtle authentic-feeling texture while also enhancing durability, allowing for cleaning with a damp cloth. Additionally, each icon is given a maple-shelled keyhole slot on its back for easy and balanced hanging.
Our beautiful icon reproductions are lovingly made in our Lancaster, Pennsylvania studio. We pray they are a blessing to all who receive them, and we believe they will be a beloved addition to any home or parish—each at a fraction of the cost of a hand-painted icon.
***Our Beloved Brothers & Sisters in Christ: Please allow 3 weeks for production as each icon is made to order. If an icon is needed sooner for a baptism, chrismation, wedding, or name day, please contact us—we will always do our very best to accommodate your request.