To a Parent Whose Child Was Invited to Attend an Evangelical Church with Family

Dear in Christ _________, I am often asked about Orthodox attending other religious gatherings, whether this follows from an invitation, a visit, or finding oneself in a place without an Orthodox church.  And while it is difficult for those outside of Orthodoxy to understand, we simply cannot bless this for children or adults. From the Read more about To a Parent Whose Child Was Invited to Attend an Evangelical Church with Family[…]

Why Do So Many Want to Steer the Ship

A question from an inquirer: A person pointed out to me that some of the church canons aren’t followed today such as: women not talking in church and polyphonic singing. Do all of the church canons need to be followed? If so doesn’t this mean that the church is self-condemned? Also, I’m wondering if the Read more about Why Do So Many Want to Steer the Ship[…]