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.
How can Orthodox Christians pray for peace and the armed forces at the same time? In this post, explore the Orthodox teachings on war.
Orthodox parents: you are responsible for raising your children in the Faith and helping them on their path to salvation in Christ. Here are some of our favorite book resources to help you on this journey of a lifetime!
Through the Holy Mysteries, we directly experience the divine Grace of God. In this post, we explore what those Mysteries are.
What does the word apocrypha mean to Orthodox Christians? And what books does the Orthodox Church truly consider Apocrypha and why?
On the Great and Holy Feast of Pascha, Orthodox Christians celebrate the life-giving Resurrection of our Lord and God and Savior Jesus Christ.
More often than not, you will find Orthodox Christians standing during church services. But why do we stand so much? Learn more in this post!
The Sunday before Great and Holy Pascha (Easter in the West), the Orthodox Church celebrates one of its most joyous feasts: Palm Sunday!
On the day before Palm Sunday, we remember Christ’s raising of His dear friend Lazarus from the dead, after he had been dead four days.
In this post, we explain how to use your Psalter at home and how to benefit spiritually from making this a regular part of your prayer life.
On the Fifth Sunday of Great Lent, the Orthodox Church commemorates our Righteous Mother St. Mary of Egypt. Learn why in this post!
Explore the significance of dreams in Orthodox Christian tradition and learn how to interpret them with care and discernment.
Reflect on the true meaning of “being born again” and how it shapes our understanding of baptism and the Kingdom of God.
Explore the relationship between Orthodox Christians and the environment, emphasizing stewardship and respect for creation.
Explore the inspiring story of the myrrh-bearing women and their profound faith in the face of sorrow and uncertainty.
Discover the importance of the Sunday of Thomas as the Church embraces doubt and recognizes its place in the journey of faith.
Bright Week is here—and with it, the joyful echo of “Christ is Risen!” fills our churches, homes, and hearts. In the Orthodox Church, the week
Holy Friday is a day of mourning and deep reflection. Discover its importance in the Orthodox Christian tradition.
Feeling like you are failing at Great Lent? Discover hope and support in your spiritual journey this Lent season.
Discover how to balance the medical and dietary needs while fasting to maintain a strong spiritual connection in the Orthodox Church.
Explore the insights of Church Fathers on fasting, revealing its true spiritual significance and transformative power.
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