Orthodoxy in Texas
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Orthodoxy in Texas
Why are so many Americans converting to Orthodox Christianity right now?
They’re looking for something old in a world that won’t stop changing. Orthodox parishes across America have seen a noticeable surge in converts and inquirers…
Orthodoxy in Texas
What is drawing young people to the Orthodox Church?
They’re looking for something that doesn’t change every five years. Young adults are converting to Orthodoxy because they want ancient Christianity, not another trend, and…
Orthodoxy in Texas
How do I handle meat-centered Southern social events during fasts?
You go, and you do your best. The longer answer is that fasting is a spiritual discipline meant to help you, not a law meant…
Orthodoxy in Texas
What should I know about hurricane preparedness and faith?
You’re supposed to do both. Orthodox Christians don’t treat preparedness as a lack of faith, and we don’t treat prayer as a substitute for boarding…
Orthodoxy in Texas
How does the Church help during natural disasters?
The Church responds with both prayer and action. We don’t just light candles while people suffer. We also muck out flooded homes, distribute supplies, rebuild…
Orthodoxy in Texas
What prayers are appropriate during hurricane season?
The Church gives us prayers that directly ask Christ to calm the storm, just as He did for the terrified apostles on the Sea of…
Orthodoxy in Texas
How do I stay connected to church during evacuation?
You stay connected through prayer, Scripture, and your baptism into Christ’s Body. The Church isn’t just a building on 15th Street. When you evacuate for…
Orthodoxy in Texas
What is the Orthodox perspective on Southern hospitality?
Southern hospitality isn’t just good manners. It’s actually close to something the Church has taught from the beginning. We call it philoxenia , love of…
Orthodoxy in Texas
How can I share Orthodoxy with my neighbors?
Live it first. But there’s more to say about how we Orthodox think about sharing our faith, because it’s different from what most folks around…
Orthodoxy in Texas
What is the best way to invite someone to visit St. Michael’s?
Just ask them. Say “Would you like to come to church with me this Sunday?” That’s it. You don’t need a script or a strategy…
Orthodoxy in Texas
Are converts welcome at Orthodox churches?
Yes. Absolutely. The Antiochian Orthodox Church in North America has made evangelism and welcoming converts a central part of parish life. We’re not a closed…
Orthodoxy in Texas
Will I fit in if I don’t have a Middle Eastern background?
Yes. You’ll fit in just fine. The Antiochian Orthodox Church in North America isn’t an ethnic club. It’s the Church. And the Church is for…
