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Glossary of Common Terms in the Orthodox Church

There are many words and phrases used in Orthodox Christianity which may bewilder the newcomer. Here is a short glossary of common words and phrases that any Orthodox Christian, or person interested in Orthodox Christianity, should know!

Flowers in the Orthodox Church

In the Orthodox Church flowers are often brought into the Temple by members of the congregation and placed in vases in front of the icons or on the floor underneath icons.

On Fasting

Some thoughts on why, when and how we fast, by Fr George.

On Theosis

In this sermon, Fr. George explains the Doctrine of Theosis, one of the central teachings of Orthodox Christianity.

Postcard from a Monastery - Pascha

A vignette of the Paschal Liturgy, as seen by an anonymous visitor to a monastery. (found by Fr George)

Aspects for the Vision of Ecumenism in England

This presentation was made by Fr George to representatives of over 50 Christian churches and organisations at the Churches Together in England national gathering on 7th December 2009.

Father George's presentation to Churches Together in England (pdf) (75.9 kB)

Same-sex "Marriage" - an Orthodox Reponse

The fifth meeting of the Pan-Orthodox Episcopal Assembly for Great Britain and Ireland took place at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Dormition, Wood Green, London on May 10th, 2012. This statement is the unanimous response of the Assembly to the Government's onsultation, and has been sent to the Home Secretary and other interested parties.

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