Resources

Discover the ancient faith of the Orthodox Church. Experience her mystical vision of God, and His Kingdom, by the beauty of her worship, the purity of her Christian faith, and her continuity with the past.

Eastern Christianity

The Orthodox Church embodies and expresses the rich spiritual treasures of Eastern Christianity. The Gospel of Christ and the First Christian communities were established in the lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Orthodoxy

Christians of the Eastern Churches call themselves Orthodox. This description comes to us from the fifth century and has two meanings: "True Praise" and "True Teaching"

Diversity in Unity

The Orthodox Church is an international federation of patriarchal, autocephalous, and autonomous churches. Each church is independent in her internal organization and follows her own particular customs. However, all the churches are united in the same faith and order.

Articles

Our History

Early History and Foundation

Orthodox History

The Great Epochs of Orthodoxy

The Sacraments

The Meaning and Importance of Liturgical Life

Worship

Form and Characteristics of Orthodox Worship

Spirituality

The Meaning of Theosis As the Goal of Christian Life

Liturgy

The Meaning and Celebration of the Eucharist

Additional Resources

A collection of relevant links

Teachings

Doctrine and Basic Credal Affirmations

House of God

An Explanation of the Interior of Orthodox Churches

The Church

Procedures for Becoming a Member of the Orthodox Christian Church

Special Services

Non-Sacramental Services Which Contribute to Spiritual Life

Our Faith

Articles and Resources for the Orthodox Christian Church