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 guide, we teach you everything you need to know about preparing Prosphora, or holy bread, for an Eastern Orthodox Divine Liturgy.
Are Heaven and Hell truly physical places? Or is there a deeper spiritual dimension to the concept of salvation and damnation that Western Christianity ignores?
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teachings on angels and explain the role they play in heaven and on earth.
In this post, we explain the Orthodox perspective on organ donation by exploring Scripture, the writings of the early Fathers, and contemporary theology.
Having young children in church can be exhausting. In this post, we provide some tips to engage and connect with your children in church.
Orthodox parents often find themselves at a loss for how to prepare their children for what they will encounter in public school. In this post, we share some helpful tips!
In this post, we explain why Orthodox Christians pray facing East whenever possible, and where we get this tradition from.
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.
What should Orthodox Christians do to prepare themselves adequately for the Sacrament of Confession / Repentance? Find out in this post!
The prophets, priests, and kings raised by God throughout the Old Testament not only served and led Israel, but foreshadowed Christ Himself.
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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