Metropolitan Tikhon Archives - Orthodox Reflections

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August 21, 2026

American Life, Contact the Bishops, Jurisdictions, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, Petitions

Dear American Orthodox Hierarchs: Reject Awards for Christian Persecution

We call upon you, America’s Orthodox bishops, to publicly denounce and repudiate Zelensky’s “Beacon of Hope” Award and to insist that the planners choose a worthy non-political honoree instead.

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.

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.