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.
Each year on the 40th day after Pascha, the Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the Ascension, when Christ ascends into heaven.
In this post, we explore the difference between the Coptic and Eastern Orthodox Churches and explain why they are not in communion.
After 40 days, a mother and her newborn child are “churched”, welcomed back into the life of Christ with special blessings and prayers.
In this post, we explain the holy mystery or sacrament of unction – the anointing of the sick with oil – in the Orthodox Church.
In this post, we explore the true nature of repentance, and how we can cultivate this transformation in our spiritual lives.
In this post, we explore Saint Gregory Palamas’ contributions to Orthodox Christian theology and his defense of hesychasm.
Many Protestants think Confession is not biblical. In this post, we explore what the Bible really says about Confession in the Church.
In this post, we explain what the sacrament of Confession is, why we need it, and how often Orthodox Christians should go.
In this post, we examine Romans 2:2-16, which describes the basis of God’s judgment and shows us how we can prepare ourselves for it.
Many people believe the Second Commandment forbids icons. But the Scriptures disprove this. What does this commandment forbid, if not icons?
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.
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