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.
To the Orthodox Christian, prayer is everything. But how can we maintain a solid prayer life in such a busy, noisy world?
A solid prayer routine is a key part of the Orthodox spiritual life. In this post, we show you how to set up an icon corner in your home, step by step.
The Eastern Orthodox Church accepts people who identify as LGBTQ+ as fellow sinners in need of the healing presence of Christ in our lives.
Why do the Orthodox have icons all over the walls of their churches, and why do we bow to them and kiss them all the time?
In this guide, we list the different liturgical vestments worn by Eastern Rite Orthodox Christian clergy. Learn about them in this post!
Orthodox parents must do all they can to help their children prepare for confession. We must teach them how good and forgiving the Lord is.
Getting through the forty day fasting period leading up to the birth of Christ (Christmas) can seem almost impossible when you have kids!
“Husbands, love your wives.” In an Orthodox Christian marriage, the husband undeniably has a more demanding obligation than his wife.
Unfortunately, many Orthodox Christians wear the prayer rope without truly understanding its origins and its purpose.
“Submit” has become a dirty word these days. What does biblical submission actually look like between Christian husbands and wives?
In this post, we explore Chrismation in the Orthodox Church, our receiving of the Gift of the Holy Spirit, as the Apostles did at Pentecost.
We live in a world that constantly competes for our attention. A notification interrupts our prayers. A glance at social media turns into half an
Explore the dynamics of blended families within the Orthodox Church and find guidance for creating a united family home.
Understand the key differences between Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic traditions in this comprehensive guide.
Explore the relationship between faith and science and learn how the Orthodox Church navigates the faith vs science debate.
Learn about the dogma of the Immaculate Conception and why Orthodox Tradition does not support this innovative doctrine.
We see many misconceptions about the Orthodox Church’s teachings about divorce and remarriage. In this post, we clear up those misunderstandings.
Many wonder what happens to those who never hear the gospel. Discover how Orthodoxy addresses this question with hope and compassion.
In this post, we explain who can and cannot receive Holy Communion during an Orthodox Liturgy.
A reflection on the repose of Fr. Seraphim Moslener, beloved Orthodox priest, and the funeral services held in New Castle, PA, and at the Monastery of the Transfiguration.
***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.
