Your Path
Becoming Orthodox
You've felt the pull. This path walks you through what to believe, how to worship, and what to do next — at your own pace.
5 topics · ~31 min read+ Full 12-week roadmap
The Sequence
- : What Is Orthodox Christianity?5 min
What Is Orthodox Christianity?
A plain-language overview: where it came from, what sets it apart, and why it matters today.
- : What Do Orthodox Christians Believe?8 min
What Do Orthodox Christians Believe?
The Nicene Creed unpacked — Trinity, Incarnation, salvation — the core of the faith.
- : Your First Divine Liturgy6 min
Your First Divine Liturgy
What to expect when you walk through the doors — the sights, sounds, and meaning behind the service.
- : The Life of Prayer7 min
The Life of Prayer
Daily rhythms, the Jesus Prayer, and how to begin a rule of prayer at home.
- : Finding a Parish & Beginning Catechesis5 min
Finding a Parish & Beginning Catechesis
How to find an Orthodox church near you and what the catechumen process looks like.
Deeper Reading
Orthodox TheologyDo Icons Violate the Bible? The Orthodox Christian AnswerMany Protestants believe icons are forbidden by Scripture, but the Bible itself tells a more complex story. Discover what the Church Fathers, the Seventh Ecumenical Council, and Scripture itself teach about sacred images.Orthodox ScriptureDo Not Put God on a Timetable: The Book of Judith's LessonThe Book of Judith delivers a stunning rebuke to anyone who secretly gives God a deadline. Discover what Orthodox Christianity teaches about faith, patience, and trusting God's timing—even in crisis.Scripture & TraditionWhat Bible Do Orthodox Christians Use? A Complete GuideOrthodox Christians use a Bible with a larger Old Testament canon based on the Septuagint. Learn which translations are approved, why the canon differs, and how Scripture functions in Orthodox worship.
Ready to go deeper?
The full 12-week catechism roadmap with weekly readings and reflections.