On this blog, we write about the teachings and spiritual life of the Orthodox Church. We also write about the Church’s response to controversial issues, like abortion and divorce. Not sure where to start? Start with the Church’s teachings or check out our Ultimate Guide to Etiquette in Orthodox Churches.
With respect to transgenderism, Orthodox Christianity holds a rather cut and dry position: Divine Providence does not make mistakes.
In this post, we explain what the sacrament of Confession is, why we need it, and how often Orthodox Christians should go.
Throughout history, nations and states have legalized the killing of individuals as punishment. This has caused much division in society, and within the Orthodox Church.
In this post, we teach Orthodox Christians how to calmly and accurately refute Sola Scriptura when dialoguing with Protestants.
If God is knows all things, do we really have free will? In this post, we explore the early Church’s teachings about free will and choice.
In this ultimate guide, we tell you everything you need to know about head coverings for Orthodox Christian women. Read on to learn more!
In this post, we explain the conciliar governance structure of the Orthodox Church, as well as the hierarchy within the Church.
The Virgin Mary plays an important role in our salvation. We sing and pray to her during services. But do the Orthodox really “worship” the Virgin Mary?
You may notice the way the Orthodox make the sign of the cross is a bit different. In this post, we explain its meaning and importance.
With respect to transgenderism, Orthodox Christianity holds a rather cut and dry position: Divine Providence does not make mistakes.
In this post, we explain what the sacrament of Confession is, why we need it, and how often Orthodox Christians should go.
Throughout history, nations and states have legalized the killing of individuals as punishment. This has caused much division in society, and within the Orthodox Church.
In this post, we teach Orthodox Christians how to calmly and accurately refute Sola Scriptura when dialoguing with Protestants.
If God is knows all things, do we really have free will? In this post, we explore the early Church’s teachings about free will and choice.
In this ultimate guide, we tell you everything you need to know about head coverings for Orthodox Christian women. Read on to learn more!
In this post, we explain the conciliar governance structure of the Orthodox Church, as well as the hierarchy within the Church.
The Virgin Mary plays an important role in our salvation. We sing and pray to her during services. But do the Orthodox really “worship” the Virgin Mary?
You may notice the way the Orthodox make the sign of the cross is a bit different. In this post, we explain its meaning and importance.
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