IN THIS LESSON

“What we believe is not what we see…”

In our worship services Sacraments hold the central spot. They have a double character of an outward visible sign and an inward spiritual grace called Mysteria because “what we believe is not what we see” (St. John Chrysostom). Their role is to bring us into union and communion with God.

  • The Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity by Timothy Ware [purchase]