How-To Orthodoxy: A Practical Guide

The Orthodox Ethos Extended Podcast

Watch also PART TWO of this practical guide:
How-To Intro to Orthodoxy: A Practical Guide for Inquirers

Practical tips on daily Orthodoxy, so you can go deeper.

05:20 How to make the Sign of the Cross
11:03 Why do we light candles?
18:40 How to greet an Orthodox priest or bishop
22:36 Why do we kiss the priest's hand?
28:54 Ecclesiastical etiquette in church
45:39 Women wear head coverings
51:12 What is the prayer rope?
55:21 A prayer rule with the prayer rope
1:04:21 What is a prayer rule?
1:16:54 Can I use the prayer rope instead of the divine services?
1:20:38 The Orthodox prayer corner
1:28:22 How to prepare for Holy Confession
1:36:55 How to prepare for Holy Communion
1:46:38 Daily prostrations in our kelli
1:49:56 The day of the Lord: How-to live it / No prostrations on Sunday? How-to and why
1:57:20 What is Kolyva
1:59:59 Kolyva: History and Symbolism
2:03:29 Monastic recipe for Kolyva
2:03:57 How to baptize babies
2:05:10 How to baptize adults
2:06:59 How not to baptize

Q&A SESSION:

2:07:45 Wearing makeup
2:11:59 Why do Orthodox priests marry?
2:14:55 What should we be thinking as we light candles?
2:16:11 Why do we have theosis and tollhouses?
2:18:33 Reading lives of martyrs to young children
2:20:40 Why are Orthodox not as sure as Protestants about going to heaven?
2:26:27 Go to a parish where don’t understand the liturgy’s language
2:28:05 Women covering their hair
2:28:33 Daily Vespers service
2:29:25 If you see someone crossing their legs in church should you tell them?
2:30:45 General confession
2:34:01 Confession as a catechumen
2:35:15 Eating antidoron as non-Orthodox
2:37:11 Should women wear head-coverings in everyday life?
2:41:14 Deacon’s son coming to church wearing a dress
2:44:22 Confessing only to monastery
2:45:43 Where do I go to get a spiritual father?
2:48:03 Use of myrrh or oil at home
2:50:03 Do we conduct our prayer rule on Sunday?
2:50:20 Is it disrespectful to wear the cross during workout or shower?
2:51:18 Prostrate on Sundays in private prayer
2:52:35 Difference between Sabbath and Sunday?
2:53:56 What is the Greek work for healthy self-forgetfulness?
2:54:41 Is forgetfulness a sin?
2:57:24 If you have fornicated can you become a priest?
3:02:23 Does Matthew 10:8 apply as a command to all bishops
3:04:15 How does one pray to a saint?
3:05:45 Is nationalism a sin?
3:07:30 Should I get my pentagram tattoo removed?
3:08:20 How do I confess if I fall over and over again?
3:14:00 Is it an issue my wife and I decided not to have kids?
3:16:10 Why do we refer to priest by first name rather than last name?
3:17:18 Should proud be used outside of the context of the sin of pride?
3:18:35 Should someone baptized in Methodist church be baptized again in Orthodox church?
3:21:30 Lifelong confession multiple times?
3:22:25 What advice would you give to someone who will be ordained a priest soon?
3:27:53 What to do with someone who has walked away from the faith?
3:28:50 Are we allowed to eat food besides prosphora inside church buildings?

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Timestamps for all topics covered in the lesson:

05:20 How to make the Sign of the Cross
11:03 Why do we light candles?
18:40 How to greet an Orthodox priest or bishop
22:36 Why do we kiss the priest's hand?
28:54 Ecclesiastical etiquette in church
45:39 Women wear head coverings
51:12 What is the prayer rope?
55:21 A prayer rule with the prayer rope
1:04:21 What is a prayer rule?
1:16:54 Can I use the prayer rope instead of the divine services?
1:20:38 The Orthodox prayer corner
1:28:22 How to prepare for Holy Confession
1:36:55 How to prepare for Holy Communion
1:46:38 Daily prostrations in our kelli
1:49:56 The day of the Lord: How-to live it / No prostrations on Sunday? How-to and why
1:57:20 What is Kolyva
1:59:59 Kolyva: History and Symbolism
2:03:29 Monastic recipe for Kolyva
2:03:57 How to baptize babies
2:05:10 How to baptize adults
2:06:59 How not to baptize
2:07:45 Wearing makeup
2:11:59 Why do Orthodox priests marry?
2:14:55 What should we be thinking as we light candles?
2:16:11 Why do we have theosis and tollhouses?
2:18:33 Reading lives of martyrs to young children
2:20:40 Why are Orthodox not as sure as Protestants about going to heaven?
2:26:27 Go to a parish where don’t understand the liturgy’s language
2:28:05 Women covering their hair
2:28:33 Daily Vespers service
2:29:25 If you see someone crossing their legs in church should you tell them?
2:30:45 General confession
2:34:01 Confession as a catechumen
2:35:15 Eating antidoron as non-Orthodox
2:37:11 Should women wear head-coverings in everyday life?
2:41:14 Deacon’s son coming to church wearing a dress
2:44:22 Confessing only to monastery
2:45:43 Where do I go to get a spiritual father?
2:48:03 Use of myrrh or oil at home
2:50:03 Do we conduct our prayer rule on Sunday?
2:50:20 Is it disrespectful to wear the cross during workout or shower?
2:51:18 Prostrate on Sundays in private prayer
2:52:35 Difference between Sabbath and Sunday?
2:53:56 What is the Greek work for healthy self-forgetfulness?
2:54:41 Is forgetfulness a sin?
2:57:24 If you have fornicated can you become a priest?
3:02:23 Does Matthew 10:8 apply as a command to all bishops
3:04:15 How does one pray to a saint?
3:05:45 Is nationalism a sin?
3:07:30 Should I get my pentagram tattoo removed?
3:08:20 How do I confess if I fall over and over again?
3:14:00 Is it an issue my wife and I decided not to have kids?
3:16:10 Why do we refer to priest by first name rather than last name?
3:17:18 Should proud be used outside of the context of the sin of pride?
3:18:35 Should someone baptized in Methodist church be baptized again in Orthodox church?
3:21:30 Lifelong confession multiple times?
3:22:25 What advice would you give to someone who will be ordained a priest soon?
3:27:53 What to do with someone who has walked away from the faith?
3:28:50 Are we allowed to eat food besides prosphora inside church buildings?

[heatherlong]

Attended Divine Liturgy for the first time a month ago or so. I have been raised protestant my whole life and we have raised our children that way also. We honestly did not know any better. That being said, glory to God for opening us up to his true church! My soul has been longing for this without me knowing exactly what was missing.

[juliesheard]

Last week I attended my first Sunday in Orthodox church. This week my heart is changing. All the anger and bitterness I have been carrying around has lifted. I have been "in confession" all week as my foolish sinfullness has appeared before me and I have wept with gratitude because it has enabled me to forgive others. Now my heart and mind are at peace.
Thankyou for this generous podcast which will help me on my journey towards becoming Orthodox.

[orthodoxwitness]

"If you have a television, and that's the center of your family, and you wanna be an Orthodox Christian, take that, throw it out into the garbage, and replace it with your icon corner." - Fr. Peter Heers, 2022.

[Osafune]

I read that Father Seraphim Rose mentioned “lord Jesus Christ, spare me from shameful passions” as another common prayer

[accentedreality]

My local Orthodox Priest gave me an Orthodox Study Bible. Without being Catechized or baptized into Orthodoxy (from Protestantism), I can say that the Lord is changing my heart - and my life - through prayer. Seek and you shall find, indeed.

Thank you father for this wonderful introduction to the Ancient Faith and it's practices!

[raygenochio]

Thank you, Father Peter! Today, I experienced my first Divine Liturgy, and it moved me to tears of joy. My wife, who remains devoted to her Protestant faith, has been incredibly supportive of my journey towards conversion. It's a process, but I am blessed to have found a wonderful spiritual father in my area to guide me. Each day, I feel my heart growing and turning away from sin and misguided theology. I pray that my wife will also come to see the truth in her own time.

[Unseen.Warfare]

Been a Baptist most of my life. That’s officially changed.

[rasimoo]

I have been an struggling orthodox Christian for fifty years. This was both helpful and informative.

[mikakarkkainen]

I am a catechumen and this was a great video to get some new approaches to be an orthodox Christian! This teaching strengthened my orthodox mind. These were important things to learn!

[crowlikemadness]

Catholic convert to the Roman Catholic church, went from the NO, to the Traditional Latin Mass, flash forward after years of feeling pulled to the Orthodox church and much research, I took the leap and hopefully some time this year, I'll be baptized and confirmed.

[coreymullis]

I've been attending a few Orthodox services. Coming from a Baptist background, this all seems foreign and yet correct. It has been a very interesting few months for me. Thankyou for this well done presentation.

[goaway]

Thank you so much for this. I've been watching in small portions. I am not Orthodox, but I also do not think I can attend protestant services any longer. I am being drawn in. So much I don't understand, but it feels like I'm coming home. My husband is unsure, but willing to test the waters with me. He has a lot more to unravel from being raised protestant and attaching himself to certain reformers and beliefs. Pray for us, please!

[billhicks]

I have been an enquirer for a few years now. This past year I have been attending far more and over the past holy week I've been attending almost every day. Never have I felt closer to God.

Soon I will begin my catachesis. Let me tell you all that the demonic attacks I have experienced recently are no joke. Please pray for me. Glory to God!

Christ is risen! ☦️

[fratercontenduntocculta]

Im deep in study and developing my prayer rule. I throughly enjoy learning more about my new faith!

[JESUSSavesWAKEUP]

It took me three days to finish it all but I am so glad I did. Thank you Fr Peter. It was very helpful.

[sakyqueen]

Thank you so much for this video!!!! I recently was saved from new age by jesus and I am learning about ortodoxy. Thank you so much for this videos because it is answering many questions I had, God bless you for your work!!

[robinbyrd]

Thank you for this amazing video. New to the faith. Baptized few years ago. Still learning. Love this beautiful original faith church. Thanks be to God🌺☺️🕊️🙏🏽

[DerekCoveart-dkiz]

My family and I were baptized and chrismated into the Orthodox Church earlier this month.

[George-weyu]

Your blessing Father, really appreciating these types of videos. When your in the church for a while it’s really good to hear again/learn more. Please make more!