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A collection of popular questions and answers, provided by Fr. John Memorich

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What is the difference between Orthodoxy vs. Catholicism?

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Why Do We Light Candles?

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What is Orthodoxy?

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Julian vs. Gregorian Calendar

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Pascha / Easter Worship

Why Are Easters on Different Dates?

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“What is the meaning of pestilence in the Bible?”

If, while in church, I get tired, may I sit down?

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Why did Jesus warn against saying the word "raca" in Matthew 5:22?

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"Why did Jesus refer to James and John as the sons of thunder?"

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When we are anointed with holy oil from the grave of a saint, where exactly does this oil come from?

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How did the demoniacs come to be possessed by demons?

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Is it appropriate for women/girls to wear make-up in church?

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Does the word “Tsar” (Czar) mean King?

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What does the word ‘church’ actually mean?

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“Why is it important to read Scripture?”

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What was the language of the Church in New Testament times?

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Why do we decorate the interiors of our churches with icons?

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When a Priest or Bishop blesses the people, and this blessing is being transmitted electronically via television or video, does that blessing extend to all who witness it, or only to those within the temple proper?

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Why doesn’t God perform miracles like He did in olden times?

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If the Orthodox Church is the “true Faith,” why are Evangelical Protestants more successful in making converts?

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