Saving the World from the Fear of Death
COVID quarantine policies almost killed my elderly Dad. Either we overcome our fear of death, or it will destroy us.
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The Parish Life category explores the joys, challenges, and practical realities of Orthodox Christian life within the local parish. From worship, stewardship, and fellowship to leadership, evangelism, and community building, these articles offer insights to help clergy and laity cultivate healthy, Christ-centered parish communities.
Why We Fear the Horrible Orthodox Bishop and His Brethren
We have accepted that bishops can require whatever they choose as prerequisites to attend liturgy and receive – a very dangerous situation.
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How and Why the Jesus Prayer?
“Lord, Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner” – The Prayer of the Heart is the Unceasing Prayer the Apostle Paul advocates.
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Fr Mark Hodges and Orthodox Transparency
Fr. Mark Hodges says he was suspended over his conservative beliefs. The diocese says not, but won’t explain. We have a sad history of this.
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Orthodox Priests Joining the Fight Will Change Everything
After almost a year of poor leadership by the bishops, Orthodox priests are finding their voices to speak up on behalf of the Faith!
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Guilty by Association – The Persecution of Fr. Mark Hodges
Fr. Mark Hodges has been suspended on the basis of “guilty by association.” Are we seeing the rise of Orthodox cancel culture?
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Orthodox Bishops – Accept You Were Duped on COVID and Move On
At the beginning of 2020, we could forgive Orthodox bishops for their COVID hysteria. But now we can plainly see we were all played.
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Does the Orthodox Church Love American Culture Enough to Transform It?
No “Orthodox” culture ever dropped down from Heaven. All “Orthodox” cultures are so only after native cultures were transformed by the Gospel.
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Orthodox Bishops Join Politicians in COVID Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy is rampant as politicians, health officials, and Christian clergy ignore COVID rules they demand we follow as a moral duty.
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Faith Over Fear – Apostolic Boldness in the Age of COVID
Orthodox Christian Bishops seem to have embraced the new normal. We need apostolic boldness to shake off fear and preach Christ!
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