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.
Learn why the Orthodox Church rejects witchcraft as a demonic, spiritually harmful practice.
Learn about the Third Ecumenical Council of 431 AD and its impact on Christian doctrine and the role of the Virgin Mary.
Do angels have free will? This blog post explores Eastern Orthodox views on angelic freedom and its relationship to humanity.
Explore the vital connection between Scripture and Holy Tradition in Orthodox Christianity and its impact on theology.
Learn the art of finding inner peace in a chaotic world through rich Eastern Orthodox spiritual practices that cultivate stillness.
Explore the nine ranks of angels in Eastern Orthodox theology and discover their divine roles and responsibilities within creation.
In the Orthodox Church, we celebrate the Feast of the Dormition (or falling asleep) of the Mother of God (Theotokos) and Ever-Virgin Mary.
Learn about the feast day of the Transfiguration and its profound theological implications for understanding Christ’s nature.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s main arguments both for and against the death penalty in the modern world.
In this post, we explain the conciliar governance structure of the Orthodox Church, as well as the hierarchy within the Church.
Learn why the Orthodox Church rejects witchcraft as a demonic, spiritually harmful practice.
Learn about the Third Ecumenical Council of 431 AD and its impact on Christian doctrine and the role of the Virgin Mary.
Do angels have free will? This blog post explores Eastern Orthodox views on angelic freedom and its relationship to humanity.
Explore the vital connection between Scripture and Holy Tradition in Orthodox Christianity and its impact on theology.
Learn the art of finding inner peace in a chaotic world through rich Eastern Orthodox spiritual practices that cultivate stillness.
Explore the nine ranks of angels in Eastern Orthodox theology and discover their divine roles and responsibilities within creation.
In the Orthodox Church, we celebrate the Feast of the Dormition (or falling asleep) of the Mother of God (Theotokos) and Ever-Virgin Mary.
Learn about the feast day of the Transfiguration and its profound theological implications for understanding Christ’s nature.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s main arguments both for and against the death penalty in the modern world.
In this post, we explain the conciliar governance structure of the Orthodox Church, as well as the hierarchy within the Church.
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