Greek Reporter’s Post

🙏To all the people and friends celebrating today, I wish you a very merry Orthodox Christmas! May today bring peace, love, happiness to your hearts and homes. Let your celebrations be filled with warmth and family, evoking the true spirit of the season. Wishing health, prosperity, and many reasons to smile in the coming year! 𝐀 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: Orthodox Christmas, the Nativity of Jesus Christ, is celebrated today, January 7, 2025, according to the Orthodox liturgical calendar. Unlike the Catholic Church, which celebrates Christmas on December 25, Orthodox Christians celebrate it on January 7, just after the Catholic Epiphany. This Julian calendar-based date is observed by Orthodox traditions such as Russians, Greeks, Copts of Upper Egypt, and those who follow the Julian system. The distinction dates back to 1582, when Pope Gregory XIII established the Gregorian calendar, which replaced the Julian calendar and omitted 10 days (October 5-14) to correspond with astronomical measurements. While the Catholic Church and Western countries embraced this system, Orthodox Christians kept the Julian calendar. Thus, the Orthodox Christmas, observed on January 7, corresponds to December 25 on the Julian calendar. This variance is due to calendar computations, not theological or schismatic causes. Some Orthodox communities, such as the Greek Orthodox Church, use the Gregorian calendar and celebrate Christmas along with Catholics. God Bless You All! #OrthodoxChristmas #January7 #JulianCalendar #GregorianCalendar #OrthodoxTraditions #CulturalHeritage #7thjanuary #Celebration #OrthodoxTraditions #FaithAndTradition

Today is the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. In this week's interview, Timothy T. O'Donnell, president of Christendom College, discusses the devotion, common objections to it, and the five main papal encyclicals on it. Some of the questions addressed are: What is devotion to the Sacred Heart? Is it rooted in Scripture and the Fathers of the Church? Is it obligatory or optional? Is suited to today's world? https://lnkd.in/dimHFj7S

The Anglican Communion and the History of the Book of Common Prayer The Anglican Communion is a global Christian denomination that traces its roots back to the Church of England. It is a broad church, encompassing a variety of theological and liturgical traditions. The Anglican Communion is characterized by its emphasis on the Bible, the Book of Common Prayer, and the historic creeds. The Book of Common Prayer was first published in 1549 during the reign of King Henry VIII. It was a major step towards standardizing worship in the Church of England and was based on the Latin Mass. The Book of Common Prayer has undergone several revisions over the centuries, reflecting changes in theology and culture. The most recent revision was published in 1979. Key points in the history of the Book of Common Prayer: 1549: The first edition of the Book of Common Prayer is published. 1662: The Great Book of Common Prayer is published, which remains the standard text for many Anglican churches. 1979: The Book of Common Prayer (Revised) is published, offering alternative services and language. 2000: The Book of Alternative Services is published, providing a more contemporary approach to worship The Book of Common Prayer has played a significant role in shaping the identity of the Anglican Communion. It provides a framework for worship, a common language for prayer, and a connection to the Church's history and tradition. Footnote: 4 revisions in (1549-2024 ) no wonder people feel leftovers or left out. Just noting people's feelings and fellowship on display with numbers in play. Also all facts here no feelings til footnotes area.

Have you found it hard to understand the differences between denominations? Check out "The Definitive Guide to Christian Denominations" and maybe learn something you never knew about... • Eastern Orthodoxy • Lutheranism • Pentecostalism • And more! Read More: https://bit.ly/42p2P4G

The Catholic Church views Belial as a symbol of wickedness & lawlessness, often personified as a demonic figure or the devil. This perspective is rooted in both scriptural & traditional interpretations. In the Torah, the term "Belial" is used to denote worthlessness or extreme wickedness. It is not initially a proper name but a common noun describing vile or lawless individuals. Read more on this fallen angel here: https://lnkd.in/d-Kg2EQP

My latest on Substack: Apostolic Succession and Holy Orders: The third in a series on theology, practice, and history of Anglican Catholicism in The Episcopal Church.

NOVEMBER:BLACK CATHOLIC HISTORY MONTH Before the Arab Conquest In the first centuries of the Catholic Church, Africa produced many of her leading lights. The Catholic presence in Africa was weakened by the schism following the Council of Chalcedon which resulted in the separation between the Catholic and Coptic Orthodox Church, and even more so by the rise of Islam. Following the Arab conquest of northern Africa, the Catholic Church was largely absent from the continent before modern times, although the Coptic, and later Ethiopic, Orthodox Churches remained. The following are some of the notable saints from the first to seventh centuries, though it is a very incomplete list.

The passages best suited to this can be found in the moral catechesis of the Gospels and the apostolic Letters, such as the Sermon on the Mount and the apostolic teachings. - Catechism of the Catholic Church 1454 https://lnkd.in/d5-dDes9

The passages best suited to this can be found in the moral catechesis of the Gospels and the apostolic Letters, such as the Sermon on the Mount and the apostolic teachings. - Catechism of the Catholic Church 1454 https://lnkd.in/d5-dDes9