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Fr. John Burdin was arrested in Russia for opposing the war, and has since been released with a fine. Fr. John will be writing regularly for In Communion in the coming weeks. In this essay Fr. John reflects on the the current situation.
Thank you to the @OPFellowship for allowing us to share Pieter Dykhorst's essay on the sinful root of racism. "We must unravel the 'otherism' at the core of human nature that infects all relations and from which racism springs": https://t.co/1xEfEeVbSh
Have you heard that St. Sergius of Radonezh sent two monks to fight the Tatars? That St. Constantine had a vision of the cross? That St. George killed a dragon?
The real history of these saints is far more peaceful than legend portrays.
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Please consider contributing to this important fundraiser. Our partners inside the Russian Church in Russia are in immediate danger due to persecution from the government and the Church. Please help with evacuation so they can safely promote peace.
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Molebens are short standalone services that can be prayed with or without a priest. In this time of war, you may use this service to pray for peace.
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In light of the atrocities we are seeing in Ukraine, it is worth reflecting on the Christian history of the laws of war. The Church should renew its efforts to reduce war crimes. https://t.co/bqJCifuLX5
We hope you can join us for a webinar on Christian Witness in a Time of War with Sister Vassa, Sergei Chapnin, and Dcn. Brandon Gallaher this Friday. Register by emailing [email protected]
Orthodox Peace Fellowship at #USIP today for conference on the religious dimension of the Ukrainian conflict.
How can the Church be a voice for reconciliation?
On the Dormition we also commemorate the 718 peace established on borders of Byzantine Empire. Death is defeated today, and war is over. https://t.co/yVDQ4IrgoN