Collective Guilt: A Theology of the Jewish Culture as Continuous Deicide
Judaism is a religion and a related culture with tremendous influence in the West. All Americans, particularly Orthodox, should understand both better.
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The War in Ukraine category examines the ongoing conflict through the lens of Orthodox Christianity, with particular attention to its spiritual, humanitarian, ecclesiastical, and geopolitical dimensions. These articles explore the impact of the war on Orthodox Christians, the persecution of the canonical Ukrainian Orthodox Church, religious liberty, nationalism, international relations, peace, and the moral challenges of war in light of Holy Scripture and the teachings of the Church Fathers. Readers will find analysis of the relationship between faith and foreign policy, the role of governments and international institutions, the consequences of armed conflict for Christian communities, and the Orthodox call to truth, justice, repentance, and reconciliation. Whether addressing historical context, current events, or the enduring principles of Orthodox Christian ethics, this collection seeks to help readers understand the war in Ukraine from an Orthodox Christian perspective while considering its implications for the Church and the wider world.
7 Reasons Why Global Orthodox Hierarchs Back the UOC Without Condemning Russia
Persecution of the true Orthodox Church in Ukraine is increasing. Global Orthodoxy rightly condemns it. Why not also condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? What do our Orthodox Hierarchs understand that so many critics don’t?
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The Ukrainian Orthodox Church Suffers with Christ
The vicious persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church is an offense against love and charity, without which there is no grace. Only the callous of heart can ignore or justify as the Ukrainian Church suffers with Christ.
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The US Government is Much More Dangerous Than TikTok
The RESTRICT Act is about way more than TikTok. Combined with other digital trends, it is downright frightening in an Orwellian fashion.
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President Zelenskyy, God and the Whole (Orthodox) World Are Watching
All over the world, the story of the persecution of the Ukrainian Church is spreading. Whatever Zelenskyy does next will be under the watchful gaze of the whole world and of God.
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Salviamo l’ Accademia Teologica di Kiev dallo sfratto
Announcing a petition to Presidente del Parlamento Europeo Antonio Tajani sponsored in Italy on behalf of the Kiev Theological Academy.
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5 Important Ways to Help the Persecuted Ukrainian Orthodox Church
As the deadline approaches for the eviction of the canonical Church from the center of Orthodox life in Kiev, here are 5 ways you can help.
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8 Lies Told by Enemies of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church
Debunking the most common lies about the persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Includes links to documents presented to the UN in Geneva. A must read for anyone defending the canonical Church against slander. Links included to support the UOC via a global petition.
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End the Unjust, Immoral Persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church
The UOC is a Ukrainian Church that supports the army and people of Ukraine. The world is largely ignoring the vile persecution of innocent Christians. Attacks on the the UOC are immoral and unjust. Propaganda-fueled government policies are leading to an outright ban on the Church. Please join us in speaking out!
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We Demand an End to the Silence Over the Persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church
We are sending the petition on the persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church to every Orthodox Assembly, Synod, organization, other Christians, and government officials we can reach.
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