Orthodox ConceptsMission and Evangelization
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Mission and Evangelization
Proclamation of the Gospel through witness, hospitality (philoxenia), and service to the world.
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Structure, governance, and mission of the Orthodox Church throughout the world.
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Apostolic Succession
→Continuity of episcopal ordination from the apostles ensuring the integrity of sacramental life.
Hierarchy of Bishop, Presbyter, and Deacon
→Threefold ministry serving the unity of the Church through teaching, sanctifying, and governance.
Patriarchate and Synod
→Conciliar leadership of autocephalous churches gathered in synods under patriarchs or archbishops.