The Holy Mysteries (Sacraments)
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The Holy Mysteries (Sacraments)
What is the Pre-Communion prayer rule?
The Pre-Communion prayer rule is a set of prayers you say before receiving the Eucharist, usually the evening before or the morning of Divine Liturgy.…
The Holy Mysteries (Sacraments)
Can I receive Communion if I haven’t been to Confession recently?
It depends on your priest’s guidance and your spiritual state. There’s no single rule that applies to everyone. This surprises people coming from backgrounds where…
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How often should Orthodox Christians receive Communion?
As often as you’re properly prepared and attending the Divine Liturgy. If you’re coming from a Baptist or non-denominational background where you took communion quarterly…
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What is Confession (Holy Repentance)?
Confession is a Mystery of the Church where you meet with a priest, confess your sins aloud, receive counsel and prayer, and are reconciled to…
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Why do Orthodox confess to a priest?
We confess to God in the presence of a priest because Christ gave His apostles, and through them, their successors, the authority to forgive sins.…
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Is Confession required before Communion?
It depends on your parish and your priest, and that’s not a dodge. The Orthodox Church treats Confession as the normal, expected preparation for receiving…
The Holy Mysteries (Sacraments)
How often should I go to Confession?
There’s no fixed rule. Most Orthodox Christians confess several times a year, but the real answer depends on your spiritual condition and what your priest…
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What happens during Confession?
You stand before an icon of Christ with a priest beside you as witness, and you tell God your sins out loud. That’s confession. If…
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How do I prepare for Confession?
You prepare by examining your conscience, praying, and coming ready to speak your sins aloud to Christ in the presence of the priest. For someone…
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What should I confess?
Confess your sins. If you’re new to Orthodoxy, you probably need more than that. You confess sins of thought, word, and deed. This means actions…
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What is the difference between sins and passions?
A sin is something you do. A passion is something that’s wrong with you. That’s the simplest way to put it. When we confess our…
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What is an examination of conscience?
An examination of conscience is a prayerful review of your thoughts, words, and actions to identify sins before you come to confession. It’s preparation work.…
