Dustin LyonThe Communal LiturgyPerhaps a peculiar aspect of our tradition is the pre-communion prayers. They ask us to identify with people that we typically despise.6d ago6d ago
Dustin LyonThe Scriptural LiturgyAs Orthodox Christians, our story, our identity is understood through the stories told in the Bible. This is why scripture so important.Jul 29Jul 29
Dustin LyonThe Offering Liturgy.Our thanksgiving for all that God has done for us is to make an offering to God, and this is done primary through the Divine Liturgy.Jul 23Jul 23
Dustin LyonThe Gratitude LiturgyIt’s clear that gratitude is an important part of our spiritual, emotional, and physical health.Jul 15Jul 15
Dustin LyonThe Exodus Liturgy.We retell the story of Christ’s victory every week because we a people of freedom.Jul 1Jul 1
Dustin LyonReclaiming a Greek word.Did the Protestants steal an Orthodox word? How do we reclaim it?Jun 3Jun 3
Dustin LyonA different investment strategy.By all accounts, Tabitha should have been forgotten. We shouldn’t be hearing about her today. We shouldn’t be talking about her.May 28May 28
Dustin LyonThe potential of division.Even within our churches, we find ways of dividing ourselves.May 20May 20
Dustin LyonWhat sorts of illnesses does the church heal?When God doesn’t heal our physical ailments, we are left wondering: Can God heal us?May 13May 13