How old is the Greek Orthodox Church? The Orthodox Christian Church has a rich history, which has its roots with Jesus. When He commissioned His Apostles to “make disciples of all nations,” they traveled the world to form churches. The Orthodox Church that exists today is the same one that the Apostles set up over two thousand years ago. When did the Greek Orthodox Church arrive in Australia? 1898... The first Greek Orthodox church, named after the Holy Trinity, was built on Bourke Street in Sur

March 25 is “Tolkien Reading Day.” Every year, Tolkien fans around the world join in celebrating the date that Sauron was vanquished by the most unlikely of creatures … a hobbit. But what most of them don’t realize is that, as a devout Catholic, J. R. R. Tolkien was deeply influenced by the Church’s liturgy. This year, celebrate “Tolkien Reading Day” by exploring Tolkien’s Liturgical Imagination - a course with Dr. Ben Reinhard that showcases the connection between the Church’s liturgy and Tolki

A deeper look at our Hebrew word of the week! Judaism is a religion that doesn’t just encourage respect but mandates it as a religious obligation and duty—respect for one’s parents, elders, spouse, siblings, employees, even adversaries. Yet, once you step into the study hall, all reverence is left at the door. While there are many laws concerning the proper reverence accorded to one’s teachers,1 when it comes to the actual process of learning, students are encouraged to put all inhibiting etique