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 why dogma is so important to the Orthodox Church, and why it should also be important for every Orthodox Christian.
Orthodoxy is a way of life, not a religion. In this post, we list 9 things Orthodox parents can do to keep the Orthodox Faith alive at home.
Ordination (“selection by outstretched hand”) is one of several holy Sacraments in the Eastern Orthodox Church, imparted on ALL the faithful.
In this post, we share a list of recommended books for Orthodox inquirers, or for those strongly considering baptism into the Church.
Despite what many Protestant Christians believe, Holy Scripture does support the Traditional belief that Mary always remained a virgin.
In the Eastern Orthodox Church, we call the Virgin Mary “Theotokos”, because she is the mother of our Lord and God and Savior Jesus Christ.
In this post, we explain what blessed bread is and lay out some basic etiquette guidelines for receiving blessed bread during services.
In this post, we’ll give you some advice on how to handle your little ones during church services.
In this post, we outline some basic rules for modest and respectful dress for men and women in an Orthodox church.
Each year on the 40th day after Pascha, the Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the Ascension, when Christ ascends into heaven.
The ancient Church consisted of four “orders”, all of which were necessary for proper governance of the Body of Christ. Learn more about them in this post.
Learn about the feast of Pokrov, honoring the Theotokos and her protective veil over the faithful in Orthodox Christianity.
Explore the significance of filioque in Christian theology and its impact on the relationship between the Orthodox and Catholic Churches.
Understand the importance of the Fourth Ecumenical Council in defending and clarifying the apostolic faith of the Church.
Learn how to enter and leave an Orthodox church with reverence, including candles, icons, late arrivals, movement, and parish customs.
Learn how to navigate marriage when an Orthodox Christian spouse has left the faith, with guidance on prayer, family, and life in Christ.
Being a single Orthodox Christian can bring unique challenges. Discover insights on embracing your life’s journey with faith and grace.
In this post, we explore 7 differences between the Orthodox Church and her Western sister, the Roman Catholic Church. Read on!
Struggling with forgiveness? Learn how to forgive someone who hurt you while addressing the real pain and suffering in your life.
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.
***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.
