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The Church and the Sacraments

The Church and the Sacraments examines the Orthodox understanding of the Church as the body of Christ and the seven mysteries (sacraments). The Eucharist is the center of parish life. See doctrine about God and Christ and salvation.

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Overview

The Church is one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. Baptism, Chrismation, Eucharist, Confession, Marriage, Holy Orders, and Anointing are the chief mysteries. The saints and history of the Church illustrate this teaching.

Key Themes

The sacraments unite us to Christ and to one another. Find a parish in our directory and submit prayer requests.

All Teachings

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Doctrine About God

Dogmatic theology.

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Sources and Method

How we do theology.

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Spiritual and Moral Life

Virtue and prayer.

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Church and Sacraments

Eucharist and mysteries.

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Christ and Last Things

Salvation and eschatology.

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Explore the history of the Church, discover the lives of the saints, and deepen your understanding through our teachings. Submit your prayer requests and find a community near you in our directory.

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