Call No Man Father: The Proper Context
Many Protestants rebuke Catholics and Orthodox for calling priests Father. But this practice is biblical, and supported by centuries of Holy Tradition.
Can Orthodox Christians Be Cremated?
Many Orthodox Christians wonder if they can be cremated after their death. The Church firmly condemns cremation and its treatment of the body.
Things To Consider When Getting Married In The Orthodox Church
So what are the actual requirements for a wedding in the Orthodox Church, and what is just cultural tradition? Learn about them in this post!
Why Do Orthodox Churches Use Leavened Bread For Communion?
Eastern Orthodox Christians continue to use leavened bread for Holy Communion. But why does use leaven, when it seems to symbolize sin?
Was The Virgin Mary Always A Virgin?
Despite what many Protestant Christians believe, Holy Scripture does support the Traditional belief that Mary always remained a virgin.
What Does Orthodoxy Teach About Tattoos And Piercings?
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teachings about tattoos and body piercings.
The Real Reason the Orthodox Celebrate Pascha Differently From Everyone Else
Many legends try to explain why the Orthodox don’t always celebrate Pascha when everyone else does. We’ll tell you the real reason.
Why Orthodox Churches Face East
In this post, we explain why Orthodox Christians pray facing East whenever possible, and where we get this tradition from.
Why the Orthodox “Pray to” Saints
Many reject the Orthodox praying to saints. In this post, we explain why we pray to saints and the role it plays in our spiritual lives.
Can Orthodox Christians Donate Organs?
In this post, we explain the Orthodox perspective on organ donation by exploring Scripture, the writings of the early Fathers, and contemporary theology.