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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

    Please pray for our bishop, president, and friend

    Posted by St. Andrew House Board on 3/31/2008, 8:55 pm
    Message modified by board administrator 4/1/2008, 8:34 am

    As you may know, Archbishop Nathaniel, president of St. Andrew House, is one of the two bishops traveling to Alaska this week to conduct/continue the investigation into the problems there. On various websites across the web, the recriminations have already begun, the presumption being that the trip is mere window dressing and a way for the Holy Synod to sweep the entire affair under the rug.

    Well...anyone who thinks that doesn't know our bishop very well.

    Please pray for our bishop and friend - May God keep him under the shadow of His wings as he travels to Alaska to seek the Truth of what is going on up there. May the Saints of North America guide him, intercede for him, keep him safe, and give him the strength and courage to do what needs to be done.

    And to all of the brave clergy in Alaska, speaking only as laity who have worked closely with him for many years - you will soon see for yourselves that you have a fair, humble and honorable man on the way to see you...one that has no time for fool's errands.

    One of the things the archbishop has taught us is "Do not be afraid - there is no place for fear in Christ's church." Tell him the truth and we are sure you will not be disappointed with the results.

    Respectfully submitted,

    The St Andrew House Board of Directors

    Warren David
    Myke Jacobs
    Steve Lionas
    Richard Shebib
    Dean Calvert

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