First, is there actually a growing trend of young men looking to become Orthodox Christians? Second, is it correct to ...

Christians begin their day, activities and prayers with the Sign of the Cross. It strengthens us in temptations and difficulties. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Immigration helped fuel the growth of America’s Orthodox churches more than a century ago. Now, it’s conversions from other ...

In Greece, Orthodox Easter is celebrated with an entire week of festivities – aptly titled ... Before entering their homes, they make the symbol of a cross in the air with the smoke of the candle ...

All: Because by you holy Cross you have redeemed the world. Then say the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory be to the Father. After the final station, this prayer, adapted from one composed ...

As Catholic Christians, we are taught to forgive others, to reconcile with our neighbor, to seek out amicable ways to end grudges and angry separations; yet we have been part of a grudge ...

“Afterward, various places of worship were entrusted to or built for Eastern Catholics and also for Eastern Orthodox,” he said.

Further reading: A unique Christmas for those of the Eastern Orthodox tradition In France today, I estimate that around 80% of Orthodox parishes celebrate Christmas on December 25, according to ...

Russia's full-scale invasion, which began in February 2022, has also been a source of religious controversy within the Orthodox Church in eastern Europe and has driven divisions among believers in ...

A number of Orthodox priests who are against ... This engagement allowed him to obtain a humanitarian visa for an Eastern European country shortly before Russia announced the partial mobilization ...

Easter is fast approaching. Here's a look at why the date of Easter changes every year and what else to know about the holiday.

In 1753, his wife Frances passed away and Ludwell took his daughters to London. In 1762, they too were received into the Eastern Orthodox Church much like their father had been years before. Ludwell ...