Yes, Virginia, the early Church practiced confession... in Church.The Early Church Fathers on ConfessionHere are some quotes from early church fathers which show the sacramental tradition of the Mystery of Confession’s unbroken lineage from the earliest days of the Christian church.Didache 4:14; 1 … [Read more...]
1919: The Last Divine Liturgy in Hagia Sophia
By Anthony E. StivaktakisIt is commonly believed that the last Divine Liturgy in Hagia Sophia in Constantinople took place on May 28, 1453. However, the last Divine Liturgy to really take place in Hagia Sophia was on the 19th of January in 1919, which was officiated by Papa Lefteris Noufrakis … [Read more...]
How a Small, Country Congregation Became a MegaChurch Overnight
by Chad BirdThe author is not an Orthodox Christian... at least, I think he's not. This is certainly an Orthodox Christian experience and understanding of liturgy. Enjoy!This is the story of how a small, country church astounded the experts on church growth by becoming a megachurch overnight. … [Read more...]
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