St Peters African Orthodox Cathedral

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Should the Church Be Welcoming to Homosexuality?

Should the church be welcoming to practicing homosexuals? The answer depends on how you define the term "welcoming."

Why Homosexuality Is Not Like Other Sins

Homosexuality is not the only sin prohibited in the Bible, but it is different from all the rest, at least right now. And we have really good news for homosexuals.

Should We Still Dress Our Best for Church?

I’m a millennial and I still think it’s best to wear our best to church. Recently my brother (Jonathan) and his wife (Vera) launched an online tie store called French Thread (shameless …

If We Can Worship Anywhere, Why Go To Church?

It doesn't just matter that we worship Jesus. It matters that we worship him with other people.

How To Be a Bad Church Member

Ever wanted to set your church back and create an unhealthy culture? Here is a short list of things to do to: 1. Constantly point out what should be done, but never volunteer to actually do anythin…

ID Card Benefits for Religious Organizations

Find out how religious organizations and church groups are using ID card technology to help identify church members and keep them more secure.

Why is Orthodox Easter on a different day?

if you have Orthodox Christian friends or visit a predominantly Orthodox country, in the late spring you may find yourself celebrating a second Easter.

Why Non-Orthodox are Excluded from the Sacrament of Holy Communion

An article that helps explain why non-Orthodox Christians are excluded from the sacrament of Holy Communion.

Why are so many Christians in Colombia converting to Orthodox Judaism?

One photographer set out to document their growing community.

Why We Don't Hide Our Faith (featuring Sister Vassa Larin)

Faith is often treated as a secret, private thing. But if we really believe that we know the way to eternal life in Christ, would we really keep that hidden from others?

From the Director: Why Supporting Doubt Helps Develop Faith

If my travels across the country have taught me anything, it’s that deep fear and anxiety sit at the foundation of most ministry work, especially ministry with youth and young adults. Clergy, parents, and youth workers are terrified that young people will leave the Church.

Why this NON-Orthodox Jew is sticking with his Orthodox Siddur

If we want to create a new liturgy that stands a chance of becoming a lasting, vital contribution to Jewish spiritual life, we will not achieve this by going through the siddur with a red pen.

Is the Future of Modern Orthodox Women In Pants?

For some Modern Orthodox Jewish women, skirts versus pants gets tricky.

Can Orthodox Jewish women be rabbis?

There are plenty of women rabbis in the US, but they come from the more liberal side of Jewish tradition. In the Orthodox world, women's ordination is starting be a thing. And it's controversial.

How an Orthodox celebration, Greek tradition and a Bayou dive led to a revelation of faith

It has taken a trip to Epiphany City for me to fully grasp that, when it comes to faith, I have barely gotten my feet wet.

Why investors favour economically orthodox political strongmen

Some Israeli ultra-Orthodox who lose the faith are keeping their families’ love

Want to curb prejudice in Rockland? Stem overdevelopment in Orthodox areas: Art Gunther

Haphazard, uncontrolled, unsustainable growth will foster prejudice. It will be costly. It will tear at the social fabric. All must plan, together.