Orthodox Church

Do the Dead Hear Us? What Do Priests Say About It?

The holy saints of God can hear our prayers and help us.

Timur Khomichev religion faith Orthodoxy priest People and Events 27 September 2024

Orthodox Christians Celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary: What You Absolutely Shouldn't Do Today

On this day, believers attend services in churches, turn to the Virgin Mary with a request to grant them children, and thank the Mother of God for a fruitful year.

Pavel Gospodarik Top news church Christmas traditions Holidays 21 September 2024

Why You Shouldn't Say "May the Earth Fall Softly" - It's a Mistake: A Clergyman's Comment

The priest named two reasons that prohibit the use of the phrase "may the earth lie softly upon you."

Igor Zur religion words and phrases funeral mistakes People and Events 16 September 2024