Tending the Garden of our Hearts
Meditations for Orthodox Families
Weekly meditations for families, with Saint’s stories, Scriptures and lessons designed to open up conversation and to enrich the family’s “Little Church.”
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Thursday, February 5, 2026
Nugget: They Are Icons of Christ
Elissa and Kristina continue their “nuggets of wisdom” series by considering that not only are YOU an icon of Christ, but everyone else is too!
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Nugget: You're An Icon of Christ
Kristina and Elissa discuss how this “nugget of wisdom” can improve your life: You are an icon of Christ!
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Why Not Me?
Elissa and Kristina are back, after taking time off to deal with some health struggles. In this episode, the talk about a nugget of wisdom that can really help in the midst of difficulty.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Brief Announcement
Kristina explains the reason why the Tending the Garden podcast will take a short break from episodes.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
St. John Maximovitch of Shanghai and San Francisco
Elissa Bjeletich and Kristina Wenger tell about a beloved saint. You can send your prayers to: St. John Maximovitch c/o Holy Virgin Cathedral “Joy of All Who Sorrow” 6210 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94121
Elissa Bjeletich Davis
Kristina Wenger