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 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!
As an Eastern Orthodox Christian, do you know who your patron saint is? If you don’t have one, how do you know which patron saint to choose?
On the Fourth Sunday of Great Lent (and on March 30), the Orthodox Church commemorates our Righteous Father John Climacus.
Fasting helps us deepen our communion with God and draw close to Him. We get to enjoy numerous health benefits from it, too!
On the Third Sunday of Lent, we venerate the Holy Cross of our Lord and God and Savior Jesus Christ, to prepare us for His Crucifixion.
This post explains why the Orthodox pray for the dead. We also explain the tradition of blessing and eating “memorial wheat”.
On the second Sunday of Lent, the Orthodox Church commemorates our holy Father St. Gregory Palamas (1296-1359), archbishop of Thessalonica.
On the first Sunday of Great Lent, we celebrate the Triumph of Orthodoxy over iconoclasm, the destruction of religious icons in the Church.
In this post, we share some fun activities (one for each day of the fast) to keep your family focused during Great Lent this year.
Discover how living simply as an Orthodox Christian can deepen your faith and enhance your spiritual life amidst modern distractions.
Life circumstances can make parish attendance or pastoral care impossible. Want to become Orthodox but are physically isolated? Take heart!
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.
***If you would like to offer prayers for living and departed, please submit two separate requests: one for the living and one for the departed.
