On this blog, we write about the doctrines, Tradition, and spiritual life of the Orthodox Church. We also write about the Orthodox 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 To Expect In AnOrthodox Church Worship in the Orthodox Church often seems strange, especially to other Christians. You’ll notice many of these differences in
Teachings Of The Orthodox Church On this page, we explain many of the foundational teachings of that ancient Christian Faith known today as the Orthodox
What Is TheOrthodox Church? She is the oldest Church in Christendom, with over 250 million people worldwide practicing her doctrines. Despite this, Eastern Orthodoxy is
In this post, we explore the Church’s views on abortion and discuss what Eastern Orthodox Christians must do to help women facing abortion.
Many Orthodox Christians wonder if they can be cremated after their death. The Church firmly condemns cremation and its treatment of the body.
Do faith and science contradict, or exist in harmony? In this post, we explore the relationship between faith and science in Orthodoxy.
To the Orthodox Christian, prayer is everything. But how can we maintain a solid prayer life in such a busy, noisy world?
Fasting helps us deepen our communion with God and draw close to Him. We get to enjoy numerous health benefits from it, too!
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.
Ordination (“selection by outstretched hand”) is one of several holy Sacraments in the Eastern Orthodox Church, imparted on ALL the faithful.
“Churchless Christianity” tells us we don’t need the Church, because it is Christ alone who saves. But we DO need to go to Church. Here’s why.
The Eastern Orthodox Church accepts people who identify as LGBTQ+ as fellow sinners in need of the healing presence of Christ in our lives.
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