In one month’s time, we’ll celebrate the “Sunday of Orthodoxy.” Triumphantly we’ll read the Synodikon that proclaims the Orthodox Christian faith to be the faith of the Apostles, the faith of the Fathers, in short, “…the faith on which the
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The Triumph of Orthodoxy: Squashed?
From Belief to a Way of Life
Americans are individualists. One way this has worked itself out is by keeping religion a private affair. This generally means: you believe what you want, and I’ll believe what I want. But, there’s one big problem… the Bible goes out
Read moreCosmic Salvation
In American circles, I often hear salvation spoken about in an individual way. “I’m saved.” “Jesus is my personal savior.” But the Bible casts a much bigger picture. We’re actually meant to be a part of something bigger than ourselves.
Read moreSeats at a Royal Coronation
It’s easy to see the baptism of Christ as simply the immersion of Jesus in the River Jordan. It’s also easy to get caught up in the theological meaning of the event (the sanctification of the waters, the manifestation of
Read moreFrom King’s Bread (Vasilopita) to Peace Bread
Every year in January, Orthodox Christians gather to cut the Vasilopita (St. Basil’s or King’s Bread). Typically, we think of ourselves, hoping to find the coin hidden in the dough. But, if we stop to consider the story behind the
Read moreTheophany: a Revelation of Creation’s Purpose
Often we come to Scripture with our own questions, such as, “How can I be saved?” This isn’t always bad, but it can cause it to miss what Scripture is actually telling us about the true purpose of creation!
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