Orthodox Explained

Begin Here

Seven essays, in order, that move from “What is the Orthodox Church?” to “How do I take the next step?” Read at your own pace.

The Path

  1. What is the Orthodox Church? — The starting point: what makes Orthodoxy different from other Christian traditions, and why it matters.
  2. What happens at a Divine Liturgy? — A walk-through of the central act of Orthodox worship for the first-time visitor.
  3. Why do Orthodox Christians venerate icons? — An honest answer to a long-debated question.
  4. Understanding the Jesus Prayer — The most beloved prayer of the Orthodox tradition.
  5. The role of fasting in Orthodox life — Fasting is not deprivation; it is freedom.
  6. The Orthodox view of salvation — Theosis, union with God, and what it actually means.
  7. Becoming Orthodox: a step-by-step — What the journey from inquirer to received member looks like.

Each step links to a full essay as it is published. Browse all articles while you wait.

Content coming soon — the essays for each step are being prepared and will appear here as they are completed.