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Guidelines for Attending Divine Services with Reverence and Respect

Coming to church involves preparation of oneself for a serious and sacred encounter and is not a casual experience! We dress accordingly out…

The Orthodox Christian respects and loves the clergy. Knowing that the clergy are servants of God and man, devoting their life to the…

“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to Me and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven’.” (Matt….

We should receive the Body and Blood of Christ as frequently as possible. However, this is the greatest of responsibilities. Preparation to receive…

We make the sign of the Cross a public profession of our Orthodox Christian faith. The first two fingers and thumb of the…

“The saints, during their earthly life, are filled with the grace of the Holy Spirit. After their departure, the same grace remains in their…

Candles can be lit for the health of someone or in memory of the departed. Seven-day candles can also be lit for the same reasons and are placed in special stands.