Orthodox Church Archives - Orthodox Reflections

May 26, 2026

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Saint Antipas of Pergamum

Explore the powerful Akathist to Saint Antipas of Pergamum, the faithful martyr praised in the Book of Revelation as “My faithful witness.” This Orthodox hymn honors the courageous bishop and disciple of Saint John the Theologian who endured persecution and martyrdom for Christ in pagan Pergamum. Read prayers, kontakia, and ikoi celebrating his steadfast faith, apostolic witness, and heavenly intercession for Orthodox Christians seeking courage, healing, and perseverance in times of spiritual struggle.

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May 18, 2026

Orthodox Akathists

The Akathist to Saint John the Evangelist

Read the Akathist to Saint John the Evangelist, a beautiful Orthodox Christian hymn honoring the beloved Apostle and Theologian. Explore prayers, kontakia, and ikoi that deepen faith, devotion, and spiritual reflection in the Orthodox tradition.

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January 28, 2026

Literature & Film, Science

Science and Apostasy

Science as a tool of apostasy: From Avatar’s Hindu themes to quantum observer effects mirroring Vedic philosophy, see how scientism promotes relativism over divine revelation. Orthodox warning and defense.

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December 23, 2025

Economics & Finance, Greek Archdiocese, Political Activism

Orthodox Christianity in Post-Political America

Discover why Orthodox Christianity is thriving in post-political America amid economic despair, political disillusionment, and cultural decay. Explore how the timeless spirituality of the Orthodox Church offers hope and authenticity in a failing system.

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December 7, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Holy Martyrs Manuel, Savel and Ismael

Discover the beautiful Akathist Hymn to the Holy Passion-bearers and Brothers Manuel, Savel, and Ismail, the three Persian martyrs who confessed Christ before the Shah and were beheaded in AD 362.

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November 13, 2025

Comparative Religion, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part VI of the Western Series: Love, Faith, Works and Destiny

In a world of fragmented faith, Orthodoxy calls us to integrate love (agape), faith (pistis), and works (erga) into a single path of ascent—lest we build on sand, as warned in the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders (Matthew 7:24-27).

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October 7, 2025

American Life, Covid Vaccine Safety, Health Care, Vaccine / Informed Consent, Vaccine Mandate Essentials

Trump Jabs MAGA in the Face with mRNA

Trump’s deal with Pfizer has shocked a lot of MAGA. It is just the latest betrayal by Trump of his base. There is no rational reason to expect any better out of American politics.

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September 30, 2025

American Life

Charlie Kirk Memorial Offers the U.S. a Choice: Americanism or Christianity

The Gospel messages at the Kirk memorial were popular with attendees and viewers, but Christianity was not the only religion on display.

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September 25, 2025

Comparative Religion, Science, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message, Theology, Western Civilization

Part I of the Western Series: Approach to Wisdom

First of an 11 part series on the Orthodox Christian faith written primarily for Western Christians. This installment contrasts Eastern from Western approaches to Wisdom, knowing Christ, and the resulting difference in mindset and beliefs.

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