Our Faith

Sketches the great epochs of Orthodoxy.   more...

Describes the non-sacramental services which contribute to spiritual life.   more...

Discusses the meaning of theosis as the goal of Christian life.   more...

Outlines the salient points of doctrine and basic credal affirmations.   more...

Outlines the procedure for becoming a member of the Orthodox Church   more...

Describes the meaning and celebration of the Eucharist.   more...

Discusses the form and characteristics of Orthodox worship.   more...

The Sacrament of the Holy Priesthood derives its origin from Christ, the great High Priest, Who was "holy, blameless, unstained, separated from sinners, exalted above the heavens... a minister in the sanctuary which is set up not by man but by the Lord." (Hebrews 7:26, 8:2).   more...

An examination of the history and development of fasting and its role in the life of the Orthodox Christian.   more...

The practical and spiritual dimensions of fasting, which serves as a guide in our union with the resurrected Lord.   more...

An examination of how saints and santhood is understood in the Orthodox Church.   more...

Cremation (burning the bodies of those who have died to the point of ashes) is a practice which is being "sold" as a cost-effective, space-conservative alternative to traditional burial of the body. Throughout her history, however, the Orthodox Church has prohibited this practice. But, as in many areas of the Faith, we must take the time to learn why the Church takes such a position.   more...

In peace let us pray to the Lord," the first petition of several litanies in the Divine Liturgies of St. John Chrysostom and St. Basil the Great, in essence tells us to leave our cares behind and to actually talk with God in prayer. Prayer is the spiritual food that strengthens our whole being. Prayer enables us to maintain a personal relationship with our loving God, through that intimate 'soul to Spirit' dialogue   more...