American Orthodox Bioethics Professor Wrong on COVID-19 Vaccine
Orthodox bioethicist Gayle Woloschak has gone too far in endorsing COVID-19 vaccines while ignoring voluntary, informed consent.
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The American Life category examines contemporary culture, politics, economics, family life, and social trends through an Orthodox Christian lens. These articles explore the challenges and opportunities facing Americans today, offering spiritual reflection, cultural critique, and practical wisdom rooted in the timeless teachings of the Orthodox Church.
Freemasonry and the Rise of Ecumenism in the Orthodox Church
Freemasonry stands condemned as an occult religion. Even so, secret Freemason patriarchs started the ecumenical movement in the Church.
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Orthodoxy Belongs in Religion, Not Science
Orthodox Christianity is revelation. It is frequently beyond our rational understanding. Science is a method, and reason must always prevail.
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Local Parishes, Local Communities, and Orthodoxy for All
Is the Orthodox Faith meant to be a niche religion for ethnic believers and a few converts? Or is meant for every one in every town?
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African Americans Must Look to Orthodoxy for Peace in a Violent America
Riots and racial conflicts are NOT the normal of human interactions. We must return to an objective normal – Christ’s normal.
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Public Criticism of Orthodox Bishops by the Faithful – Responding to Letters from Priests
For the Orthodox Faithful who are sincere in their faith, public criticism of bishops does not come easy. So why is it happening?
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Christianity is Dangerous
Christianity is not safe. In fact, if done properly, Christianity is absolutely one of the most dangerous things imaginable.
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America Desperately Needs Christian Community
Americans are increasingly socially isolated and oppressed on all sides. Our cities are on fire. How did we get here and what now?
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Why Won’t Orthodox Bishops Fight for California?
Churches in California are closed by order of the Governor. While some important Protestant ministers are fighting, where are the Orthodox?
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A Would-be Convert Looks at Roman Catholicism
As an American looking for the historic Christian Faith, my first stop was Roman Catholicism. The Roman Church was just not what I imagined.
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