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What does the Church say about war?
October 14, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
In this “Mini-study” from our book “The Heavenly Banquet”, questions about war are answered by the Saints and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
“WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM?”
The person of Jesus Christ is the great question mark in all of world history, and no other subject is so important, says Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
“WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM?”
The person of Jesus Christ is the great question mark in all of world history, and no other subject is so important, says Fr. Athanasios Mitilinaios.
Pope’s plan blocks our potential to reach union with God
September 27, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
Pope Francis has invited “everyone” to a global event—a godless global alliance that ignores God, and replaces the Gospel of Christ with that of Antichrist.
Be all that you can be: TRANSFIGURED
Does modern man really understand himself? All of us have the potential to achieve true “self-actualization” which is to be transfigured and saved.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
Eastern Catholics: Why compromise? Be Authentic!
Eastern Catholics: There is no reason to remain attached to Rome. The mother Church will receive you with open arms. Free yourselves from the papal yoke.
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
Be all that you can be: TRANSFIGURED
Does modern man really understand himself? All of us have the potential to achieve true “self-actualization” which is to be transfigured and saved.
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
Eastern Catholics: Why compromise? Be Authentic!
Eastern Catholics: There is no reason to remain attached to Rome. The mother Church will receive you with open arms. Free yourselves from the papal yoke.
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
The Pope’s “Launch of the Educational Alliance”, commented
September 27, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
The Pope has called for a global alliance event. We comment on his invitation.
Pope’s plan blocks our potential to reach union with God
Pope Francis has invited “everyone” to a global event—a godless global alliance that ignores God, and replaces the Gospel of Christ with that of Antichrist.
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
Eastern Catholics: Why compromise? Be Authentic!
Eastern Catholics: There is no reason to remain attached to Rome. The mother Church will receive you with open arms. Free yourselves from the papal yoke.
Pope’s plan blocks our potential to reach union with God
Pope Francis has invited “everyone” to a global event—a godless global alliance that ignores God, and replaces the Gospel of Christ with that of Antichrist.
Western “Crusaders” against Orthodox Russia
Protopresbyter Theodore Zisis links the sack of Byzantium to today’s “new Crusaders” of NATO who seek to divide and conquer Orthodox lands and peoples.
How Patriarch Bartholomew is walking away from Christ
Should Patriarch Bartholomew "walk together" with other religions or make disciples of them for the Lord? It's one or the other. Here is our "play-by-play" commentary on a statement the Patriarch released at the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
Eastern Catholics: Why compromise? Be Authentic!
Eastern Catholics: There is no reason to remain attached to Rome. The mother Church will receive you with open arms. Free yourselves from the papal yoke.
Keep your faith! An open letter to the monks of Mount Athos
August 28, 2019 | Orthodox Witness
Regarding the upcoming visit to the Holy Mountain by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, Metropolitan Luke issued an appeal not to accept the schismatics.
PROCLAMATION of Mt. Athos
An appeal by the Monks of Mt. Athos to the Ecumenical Patriarch to cease from following his pro-uniate activities, 1964.
The Parish: An Evangelism Center
Read about the early efforts of Orthodox Witness to begin transforming our parishes into evangelism centers.
Move mountains with faith in Christ
Even a little faith in Jesus Christ can “move mountains”. What is this faith? And how do we acquire this “super-power”?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
PROCLAMATION of Mt. Athos
An appeal by the Monks of Mt. Athos to the Ecumenical Patriarch to cease from following his pro-uniate activities, 1964.
The Parish: An Evangelism Center
Read about the early efforts of Orthodox Witness to begin transforming our parishes into evangelism centers.
Move mountains with faith in Christ
Even a little faith in Jesus Christ can “move mountains”. What is this faith? And how do we acquire this “super-power”?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 3
August 1, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
The early Church was organized. As you read the select passages presented from Holy Scripture, a convincing picture will appear before your eyes.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS - Part I, section 1
Introduction to “Our Christian Roots”, a two-part presentation of primary sources from Holy Scripture and the writings of early Church Fathers.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 2
What is the Church and where is it? The Lord illustrated this by using many images, metaphors, allegories and parables. We explore the most important.
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS - Part I, section 1
Introduction to “Our Christian Roots”, a two-part presentation of primary sources from Holy Scripture and the writings of early Church Fathers.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 2
What is the Church and where is it? The Lord illustrated this by using many images, metaphors, allegories and parables. We explore the most important.
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, section 1
August 1, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
Introduction to “Our Christian Roots”, a two-part presentation of primary sources from Holy Scripture and the writings of early Church Fathers.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 3
The early Church was organized. As you read the select passages presented from Holy Scripture, a convincing picture will appear before your eyes.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 2
What is the Church and where is it? The Lord illustrated this by using many images, metaphors, allegories and parables. We explore the most important.
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 3
The early Church was organized. As you read the select passages presented from Holy Scripture, a convincing picture will appear before your eyes.
OUR CHRISTIAN ROOTS – Part I, Section 2
What is the Church and where is it? The Lord illustrated this by using many images, metaphors, allegories and parables. We explore the most important.
Reasonableness of our Faith, Bishop Tikhon and Ecumenism
A talk by Bishop Tikhon reflects the new order, the new reality that has emerged–the reality of ecumenism and syncretism. A brief analysis will reveal this.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Elder Emilianos eulogizes Fr. Dimitri Gagastathis
May 9, 2019 | Orthodox Witness
Elder Emilianos (+2019), former abbot of Simonos Petra Monastery on Mt. Athos recalls the holy life of the simple village priest, Fr. Dimitri Gagastathis.
“Our Faith is alive!” Get to know Papa-Dimitri
Is it possible, in our times, to become a saint? Witness the life of Papa-Dimitri (+1975), a prophetic figure, and married priest with nine daughters.
The Parish: An Evangelism Center
Read about the early efforts of Orthodox Witness to begin transforming our parishes into evangelism centers.
A MODEL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
St. Paul shows us the way to have internal rest, meaning in life, inexpressible joy, and the God of peace within. Elder Athanasios explains “Whatever is...”
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
“Our Faith is alive!” Get to know Papa-Dimitri
Is it possible, in our times, to become a saint? Witness the life of Papa-Dimitri (+1975), a prophetic figure, and married priest with nine daughters.
The Parish: An Evangelism Center
Read about the early efforts of Orthodox Witness to begin transforming our parishes into evangelism centers.
A MODEL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
St. Paul shows us the way to have internal rest, meaning in life, inexpressible joy, and the God of peace within. Elder Athanasios explains “Whatever is...”
Why did Elder Iakovos Tsalikis want Bartholomew as Patriarch?
Elder Iakovos Tsalikis prayed fervently that Metropolitan Bartholomew would become Patriarch of Constantinople. Do we interpret this to mean that the Elder, who was seen as a holy man in the eyes of many Orthodox faithful, accepted the pan-heresy of ecumenism?
Why a Crucified Messiah? by Fr. Thomas Hopko – Part 1
April 25, 2019 | Orthodox Witness
Why did the Messiah, the Savior of the world, have to necessarily die an unnatural death by being murdered? Fr. Thomas Hopko answers in this talk .
THE CROSS OF CHRIST, OUR ETERNAL GLORY
It is the core of the Gospel, the center of spiritual life, the Tree of Life and the terror of demons. We should not be ashamed of the Precious Cross.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
"Blessed are those who have not seen and believe"
Do you believe with an unshakable faith in the resurrection? Do you live His life? If so, you are among the "blessed". Not sure? Read more in this post.
An outline of the future world state,
its makings and its makers
Chrysoula Boukouvala exposes the secret societies behind the one world government which are authoritarian, misanthropic and Christian-hating.
THE CROSS OF CHRIST, OUR ETERNAL GLORY
It is the core of the Gospel, the center of spiritual life, the Tree of Life and the terror of demons. We should not be ashamed of the Precious Cross.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
"Blessed are those who have not seen and believe"
Do you believe with an unshakable faith in the resurrection? Do you live His life? If so, you are among the "blessed". Not sure? Read more in this post.
An outline of the future world state,
its makings and its makers
Chrysoula Boukouvala exposes the secret societies behind the one world government which are authoritarian, misanthropic and Christian-hating.
Repentance: the beginning and end of our spiritual journey
April 12, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
King Manasse, the wicked king of the Jews who repented after a 55 year reign, is just one figure the Church sets before us to show that change is possible.
MAKE A BEGINNING
In today’s gospel passage, the Lord begins to preach. Fr. Athanasios talks about the significance of "a beginning" in Creation and in our personal lives.
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
MAKE A BEGINNING
In today’s gospel passage, the Lord begins to preach. Fr. Athanasios talks about the significance of "a beginning" in Creation and in our personal lives.
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
How God’s power becomes effective
April 6, 2019 | Fr. Emmanuel Hatzidakis
Without our faith God’s power remains ineffectual, impotent, unrealized. With faith, the Fountain of mercy opens and pours down in a deluge.
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
Is GOARCH's "PRAXIS" Magazine GOing New Age?
One would expect solid Orthodox material from an Orthodox Christian Department of Religious Education. Does the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese's educational periodical dedicated to “Spiritual Disciplines” promote the New Age spirit expressed by Kyriakos Markides?
Eldress Galaktia: A blessing to the faithful
Eldress Galaktia (+2021) gave her life to serve others, acquired all the virtues and was even visited by the Mother of God. Meet a new star of the Church!
INTERVIEW WITH BLESSED FR ROMAN BRAGA
Fr. Roman talks about his early years, God and the devil, prayer, the mission of Orthodox Christians in America, his arrests and imprisonment in Pitesti.
“I am an Orthodox Christian, but not a believer”
Your good friend, a scientist and lifelong Orthodox Christian church-goer does not believe in Christ and His Resurrection. Have you shown them this evidence?
