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Category: American Life

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.

ruined orthodox church
September 4, 2020
American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Greek Archdiocese, Parish Life, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops

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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10 Martyrs of Crete
August 28, 2020
American Life, Death and Dying, Parish Life, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops

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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American Flag Flames
August 25, 2020
American Life, Parish Life, Western Civilization

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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orthodox church is essential
August 21, 2020
American Life, Communion, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Greek Archdiocese, Parish Life, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops

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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traditional-catholic-mass
August 16, 2020
American Life, Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, Roman Catholic Church, Western Civilization

A Would-be Convert Looks at Roman Catholicism

A would-be convert examines Roman Catholicism from an Orthodox Christian perspective, exploring doctrinal differences, church authority, tradition, and the path toward Eastern Orthodoxy.

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August 10, 2020
American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Fordham Orthodox Christian Studies Center, Greek Archdiocese, Health Care, OCA, Parish Life, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, Vaccine / Informed Consent

Orthodox Christianity and Vaccine Informed Consent

Patients have the right to informed consent to all medical therapies, including vaccines. It is morally imperative to affirm this right.

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July 31, 2020
American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Greek Archdiocese, Health Care, Masks / Facial Coverings, OCA, Parish Life

Will Your Mask in Church Save a Life?

What if you wearing a mask to church not only doesn’t save any one, but actually makes the health situation worse for everyone?

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violence at back the blue protests
July 21, 2020
American Life, Protests

Police Risk Losing Christian and Business Support They Desperately Need

Christians and businesses support the police because we benefit from peace and order. This support is not guaranteed. Police risk losing it.

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priest wearing mask
July 11, 2020
American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Health Care, Masks / Facial Coverings, Parish Life, Protests

Dying on Mask Mandate Hill

Masks can be harmful, but mandates to wear them are spreading. Till now, we have tolerated erosion of liberties for safety. We’ve reached the limit.

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russian church altar
July 7, 2020
American Life, Roman Catholic Church, Western Civilization

The Beauty of Christianity Can Transform America

If Europe had been Southern Baptist, why visit? The old buildings are quaint and the castles kind of cool. But the real beauty is in the churches.

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