[quote author=Severian link=topic=13788.msg161067#msg161067 date=1352584094]
Some great posts here on this thread, I must say...
Just a few quick questions:
What is the OO view on Baptism of desire and "invincible ignorance?"
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I do hope his name is translated into English as "Theodore" or "Theodorus." As an Arabic speaker, it is going to frustrate me to no end if I have to hear his name mispronounced for the next 20 years or so! :P
What will happen after Abune Antonios reposes (may the Lord keep him for many years!)? Will the rest of the OO Church just recognize Abune Dioskoros as Patriarch after that?
Final three candidates:
[quote author=minasoliman]
I received an official email from copticworld:
After a day that was very orderly where events unfolded as expected, the final results are here. The three candidates from whom the next pope will be …
[quote author=servant33 link=topic=13782.msg160621#msg160621 date=1350915414]
Speaking from personal experience, as you mature in your spiritual life, grow closer to God, and enter the real world, you will have enough adventure, battles, and fulfill…
I would like an answer to this too. Being that I am such a fan of the KotOR series and the SSB games...
But ultimately, I think you should ask your Priest.
[quote author=Somali link=topic=13780.msg160604#msg160604 date=1350862111]
Please share your conversion stories of converts from Catholicism.
In particular, please answer:
1. What drew you to convert?
2. Why did you choose Oriental Orthodoxy and no…
[quote author=jinmhfgh link=topic=13774.msg160567#msg160567 date=1350544999]
This online department has a lot of all kinds of clothing and accessories, such as: shirts、jacket 、jeans、leggings, etc. Have this online stores make you don’t leave home…
[quote author=qawe link=topic=10538.msg160532#msg160532 date=1350430309]
Firstly, what is wrong with Here I am to Worship (in my humble analysis) can be found in reply 318.
Secondly, I agree with Severian in a sense - the ideal is that we only use …
[quote author=Copticandproud link=topic=10538.msg160517#msg160517 date=1350423969]
I was having a conversation with a friend regarding this and he asked me a question that I did not know how to respond to: Can we sing western style songs with up-bea…
[quote author=sherene_maria link=topic=13771.msg160518#msg160518 date=1350424242]
[quote author=Severian link=topic=13771.msg160500#msg160500 date=1350330520]
When receiving a Byzantine Chalcedonian/EO into an Oriental Orthodox Church (whether it be…
[quote author=Tishori link=topic=13770.msg160515#msg160515 date=1350417069]
The dates have changed! The last three candidates will be named on October 29th and the Altar Ballot will be on Nov. 4th. Time to fast and pray like we never have before!
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When receiving a Byzantine Chalcedonian/EO into an Oriental Orthodox Church (whether it be Syriac, Armenian, Coptic, etc.) generally all you will need to do is receive Chrismation.
^It defies the teachings of the Church to use songs written by heretics and schismatics. Do you think St. Athanasius would have approved using hymns written by Arius (even if they did not contain questionable content)?
[quote author=AntoniousNikolas link=topic=10538.msg160434#msg160434 date=1349980168]
[quote author=Severian link=topic=10538.msg160424#msg160424 date=1349925110]
Yes! When you finish your composition, could you please post it here?
Also, are you …
[quote author=mikeforjesus link=topic=10538.msg160441#msg160441 date=1350022474]
Hopefully you will continue following that example and not make excuses and lies
[/quote]Are you Orthodox or not? Curious.
[quote author=sherene_maria link=topic=13762.msg160421#msg160421 date=1349898898]
May be he were not aware about the parable of the rich and Lazarus, after all Lazarus was not a martyr in the story.[/quote]I highly doubt that is the case. I am sure …
[quote author=AntoniousNikolas link=topic=10538.msg160423#msg160423 date=1349918574]
Hello Everyone,
I'm sorry to ressurect an older topic, but I'd like to do something proactive about this problem instead of just discussing it on a message board.
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[quote author=imikhail link=topic=9472.msg160347#msg160347 date=1349697403]
There is a huge difference between a authoritative book and and an inspired book. An inspired book is a revelation of God to man. An authoritative book, in the Church, is on…
[quote author=Somali link=topic=13730.msg160157#msg160157 date=1348777222]
Hi,
Does anyone know of Pope Kyrollos 6th sayings on Roman Catholicism? What was his opinion on it? Please dont tell me the Coptic church's view; I already know that. I want…