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.
It’s hard to know which online icon shops to trust or buy from. In this post we share our top 10 list of reputable Orthodox icon shops online.
In the Orthodox Church, salvation is the process of deification, or becoming like God. In this post, we explain what deification is and is not.
To fight against heresy, the Church convened seven Ecumenical Councils. In this post, we explain the sacred teachings these councils protect.
Orthodox Christians hold incredible respect for clergy. In this post, we explain the proper way to greet an Orthodox priest or bishop.
“Have you been born again?” As Orthodox Christians, how do we answer this question? What do we believe really happens during Holy Baptism?
Many legends try to explain why the Orthodox don’t always celebrate Pascha when everyone else does. We’ll tell you the real reason.
In this post, you’ll learn who Saint Gregory Palamas was, and what contributions he made to Orthodox Christian theology.
In this post, we explain why Orthodox Christians pray facing East whenever possible, and where we get this tradition from.
In this article, we review the Orthodox Church’s teachings about sex and abstinence. We provide some tips to help you avoid sexual sins, and what to do if you find yourself committing them.
In this post, we explain to you how, when, and why Christians in the Orthodox Church make the sign of the Cross.
It’s hard to know which online icon shops to trust or buy from. In this post we share our top 10 list of reputable Orthodox icon shops online.
In the Orthodox Church, salvation is the process of deification, or becoming like God. In this post, we explain what deification is and is not.
To fight against heresy, the Church convened seven Ecumenical Councils. In this post, we explain the sacred teachings these councils protect.
Orthodox Christians hold incredible respect for clergy. In this post, we explain the proper way to greet an Orthodox priest or bishop.
“Have you been born again?” As Orthodox Christians, how do we answer this question? What do we believe really happens during Holy Baptism?
Many legends try to explain why the Orthodox don’t always celebrate Pascha when everyone else does. We’ll tell you the real reason.
In this post, you’ll learn who Saint Gregory Palamas was, and what contributions he made to Orthodox Christian theology.
In this post, we explain why Orthodox Christians pray facing East whenever possible, and where we get this tradition from.
In this article, we review the Orthodox Church’s teachings about sex and abstinence. We provide some tips to help you avoid sexual sins, and what to do if you find yourself committing them.
In this post, we explain to you how, when, and why Christians in the Orthodox Church make the sign of the Cross.
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