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"We have concluded that when the principle of racial division (i.e. phyletism) is juxtaposed with the teaching of the Gospel and the constant practice of the Church, it is not only foreign to it, but also completely opposed, to it. We decree the following in the Holy Spirit: 1. We reject and condemn racial division, that is, racial differences, national quarrels and disagreements in the Church of Christ, as being contrary to the teaching of the Gospel and the holy canons of our blessed fathers, on which the holy Church is established and which adorn human society and lead it to Divine piety. 2. In accordance with the holy canons, we proclaim that those who accept such division according to races and who dare to base on it hitherto unheard-of racial assemblies are foreign to the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church and are real schismatics." Constantinople...1872 * Pray and Work for Orthodox Unity in North America!!! * St. Andrew House announces Agreement to fund Orthodox Unity effort for years to come - see www.orthodoxdetroit.com * Welcome to the St. Andrew House Discussion Forum * Coming Soon - Orthodox Business Directory * Visit our Home Page at www.orthodoxdetroit.com

    Re: Interesting Post

    Posted by Dean Calvert (dcalvert) on 12/13/2007, 10:30 am, in reply to "Re: Interesting Post"

    Fr. David,

    Tamara and I have had fun talking about the attitudes of the "elders" (our parents...ages 65 to 80) toward Confession. I know in the Greek church, it's not unusual for adults of that age to NEVER go to Confession. And the answers you get (at least the ones I've heard) are hilarious..."What did I do...I haven't done anything bad...why should I go?"

    It's clearly a practice that was never instituted. Now that I'm in the OCA, I've been taught, and have begun to appreciate the role of Confession in spiritual health (our bishops might consider doing the same...but that's another story eh?).

    Anyway...in light of your recent experience, I'm wondering if this might be a great tool in bringing cradle Orthodox back to the faith...turning them from 2/3rd generation cradle (generally with one foot out the door) Orthodox into what we call "reverts"?

    Any advice?

    Best Regards,
    Dean

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