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How do I use holy water at home?
You drink it, you bless yourself with it, and you sprinkle your home with it. Holy water isn’t something to save in a cupboard for…
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Where does blessed oil come from, and when do I use it?
You anoint yourself with it. Make the sign of the cross on your forehead with a bit of oil on your finger, and say a…
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What is prosphora and can I bake it?
Prosphora is the leavened bread we offer at Divine Liturgy. Yes, you can bake it. There’s more to know if you’re thinking about joining this…
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How do I make a prosphora offering?
Bring a loaf of leavened bread you’ve baked to church, along with a list of names you want commemorated during the Liturgy. There’s more you’ll…
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What is the commemoration list I submit at church?
It’s a list of names you give the priest to pray for during the Divine Liturgy. There’s more happening with those names that most people…
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What should I do the day before Confession?
Start at least a day before. You can’t rush into Confession the way you’d grab coffee on your way to work. Preparing for Confession means…
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How do I know when it’s time to go to Confession?
There’s no single answer. Your spiritual father will help you figure out what’s right for you. That’s not a cop-out. It’s how Orthodoxy works. We…
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How do I prepare for Communion?
You prepare through fasting, prayer, and confession. The Eucharistic Fast Don’t eat or drink anything except water from midnight if you’re receiving Communion at a…
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How do I know if I’m ready for Communion?
You’re ready when you’ve examined your heart, confessed your sins, and approached the cup with both longing and reverence. Readiness for Communion isn’t about achieving…
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What if I’m not sure I can receive Communion?
Talk to your priest before Liturgy. The Eucharist isn’t something we figure out on our own. It’s the heart of the Church’s life, and your…
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How do I support my parish?
You support your parish by giving your money, your time, and your presence. All three matter. The Orthodox Church doesn’t mandate a strict tithe the…
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What is tithing in the Orthodox Church?
We don’t have tithing in the sense that many Protestant churches do. There’s no requirement to give exactly 10% of your income, no sermons threatening…
