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.
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?
Prayer is an integral part of our spiritual lives as Orthodox Christians. How can we teach our children (and ourselves) to pray properly?
In this post, we teach you how to make Orthodox kolyva, or memorial wheat. This wheat is eaten after memorial services for the dead.
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.
To fight against heresy, the Church convened seven Ecumenical Councils. In this post, we explain the sacred teachings these councils protect.
Discover tips for navigating Great Lent with children, fostering love and understanding during this spiritual season.
Many Muslims and Jews (and even some Christians) claim that all three monotheistic Abrahamic faiths worship the same God. This question is more than academic;
Can Orthodox Christians use crystals? Discover the Church’s stance on crystals in spiritual practices and their significance.
It’s that time again. Time to make your New Year’s Resolution(s). But what sorts of resolutions can/should we make as Orthodox Christians?
In anticipation of the Nativity of Our Lord, we must spiritually prepare not only ourselves, but also our children for this glorious Feast!
During the course of a year, Orthodox Christians fast between 180-200 days. Diligently following the fasting guidelines of the Church can be quite an undertaking.
As Eastern Orthodox Christians, fasting is an integral part of our spiritual journey. It is not merely a dietary restriction, but a means of drawing
The holiday season brings with it many cherished traditions, several of which have become deeply embedded in contemporary culture. Among these is the widespread practice
If we are to call Thanksgiving a holiday (“holy day”), it must be more than remembering the pilgrims and gorging ourselves on roasted turkey.
***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.
