Category: Orthodox International Relations

The Orthodox International Relations category explores global affairs through the lens of Orthodox Christian theology, history, and moral teaching. Articles examine war and peace, diplomacy, religious liberty, geopolitics, nationalism, persecution of Christians, international law, and the impact of global conflicts on the Orthodox Church and Christian communities around the world. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the historical witness of the Orthodox Church, this collection provides thoughtful analysis of contemporary international events while emphasizing justice, peace, human dignity, and the sovereignty of God over the nations. Readers will find Orthodox Christian perspectives on foreign policy, humanitarian crises, international organizations, and the moral responsibilities of governments and believers in an increasingly interconnected and conflict-prone world.

February 2, 2022

American Life, Orthodox International Relations, War in Ukraine

U.S.-Russia Relations: Moving from Geopolitical Tension to Détente to Rapprochement

To improve U.S.-Russia relations, we must combat the pathology of Russophobia caused by Western spiritual illness and media misinformation.

January 26, 2022

American Life, Greek Archdiocese, Jurisdictions, Orthodox International Relations, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

An Eyewitness to the US Coup d’état in Ukraine Tells the Truth

An eyewitness to the beginning of the Ukrainian crisis exposes the truth of America’s dangerous support for neo-Nazis and ultranationalists.

November 5, 2021

Abortion, American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Covid Vaccine Safety, Culture War, Greek Archdiocese, Jurisdictions, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations, Parish Life, Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church, Vaccine / Informed Consent

Is the Patriarchate of Constantinople an Enemy of the American People?

The Patriarchate of Constantinople and GOARCH are openly aligned with policies that are alienating and harming tens of millions of people.

September 28, 2021

Ecumenism, Greek Archdiocese, Greek Archdiocese Canada, Jurisdictions, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations

Modern-Day Janissaries

Are Greek Orthodox hierarchs modern-day Janissaries? Trained by their Turkish “father” then sent back to the Greeks to “help” govern them?

July 26, 2021

American Life, Ecumenism, Greek Archdiocese, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations, Parish Life

For Whom Does Elpidophoros Speak?

At the IRF Summit, was Archbishop Elpidophoros speaking in a political or theological context? Other speakers handled the event with more care and nuance.

July 16, 2021

American Life, Ecumenism, Greek Archdiocese, Jurisdictions, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations, Parish Life

Did Archbishop Elpidophoros Espouse Heresy at the Religious Freedom Summit?

Archbishop Elpidophoros at a religious freedom summit seemed say that there are many paths to God. Did he really renounce Orthodoxy?

February 4, 2021

American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Covid Persecution, Orthodox International Relations, Theology, Vaccine / Informed Consent, Western Civilization

Only Orthodox Christianity Can Defend Human Freedom

Either man is made in the image and likeness of God, thus with inalienable rights, or he is a clever ape with no more value than a beast.

December 1, 2020

American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Jurisdictions, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, Protests, Roman Catholic Church, Western Civilization

COVID Lockdowns Prove New Christian Leaders Are Needed

Christian bishops still endorse lockdowns despite their horrific impacts and lack of benefits. True shepherds are needed to lead the fight.

November 23, 2020

American Life, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Fordham Orthodox Christian Studies Center, Greek Archdiocese, Health Care, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, Orthodox International Relations, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, Roman Catholic Church, Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church

Does ‘Greek’ Orthodoxy Support The Great Reset?

Why is the world going into more lock downs? What is The Great Reset, and does the Greek Orthodox world support centralization of economic and political power?