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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.
In this post, we explain the Orthodox perspective on organ donation by exploring Scripture, the writings of the early Fathers, and contemporary theology.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s approach to evangelism, and provide some helpful suggestions for ways you can evangelize in your community.
Many Christians pray for others and their needs – family members, friends, and enemies. We call this intercessory prayer.
The Orthodox Church teaches that committing suicide is a sin. Why? Because we are all made in the image and likeness of God.
This article explores the difference between the Orthodox understanding of ancestral sin with the Roman Catholic view of original sin.
In this post, we’ll give you some advice on how to handle your little ones during church services.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s theology on sexuality and remind ourselves to resist the temptation of sin society promotes.
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 explain the Orthodox perspective on organ donation by exploring Scripture, the writings of the early Fathers, and contemporary theology.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s approach to evangelism, and provide some helpful suggestions for ways you can evangelize in your community.
Many Christians pray for others and their needs – family members, friends, and enemies. We call this intercessory prayer.
The Orthodox Church teaches that committing suicide is a sin. Why? Because we are all made in the image and likeness of God.
This article explores the difference between the Orthodox understanding of ancestral sin with the Roman Catholic view of original sin.
In this post, we’ll give you some advice on how to handle your little ones during church services.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s theology on sexuality and remind ourselves to resist the temptation of sin society promotes.
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.
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