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.
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.
In this post, we share some of the different Orthodox ministries out there you should consider supporting in whatever way you can!
For Great Lent and Holy Week this year, challenge yourself to do something more. Here are 7 things we recommend doing during Lent this year.
In the Orthodox Church, fasting is a deeply beneficial spiritual discipline. In this post, we outline the Church’s rules for fasting.
Unlike their Roman Catholic and Protestant counterparts, Orthodox priests and monks continue to wear untrimmed beards and long hair. But why?
Every year, on February 2nd, we celebrate the Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple. But why? What does God reveal to us on this day?
In this ultimate guide, we tell you everything you need to know about head coverings for Orthodox Christian women. Read on to learn more!
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s approach to evangelism, and provide some helpful suggestions for ways you can evangelize in your community.
Rest assured, ladies, there is a way to dress modestly as a Christian woman, without coming across as rigid or looking “like a grandma”.
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.
