Make Peace, Not War
by Fr. Philip LeMasters There is no question that we Orthodox Christians would prefer to make peace instead of war, but even... Read More
Patristic reflections: Not an eye for an eye but love of enemies
You have heard that it was said, "An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth." But I say to... Read More
Pro-war is not Pro-life
By Metropolitan Jonah Here are extracts from a pastoral letter written for Sanctity of Life Sunday by the newly elected head of... Read More
May Christians Kill?
By Fr. Philip LeMasters Eastern Christianity does not view morality in fundamentally legal terms or within the context of abstract philosophy, but... Read More
The Georgia Russia Mini-War
by Jim Forest The recent Georgia Russia mini-war in and around South Ossetia was definitely not a religious war, but serves as... Read More
Saint Marcellus: Military Martyr
In the ancient Roman Empire, many Christians refused to serve in the imperial armies, finding it was in conflict with their baptismal vows and the teaching and example of Jesus.
'Step Back from the Brink of War': OPF's Iran Appeal
The following statement has been sent to President Bush and members of the US legislature: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall... Read More
‘Step Back from the Brink of War’: OPF’s Iran Appeal
The following statement has been sent to President Bush and members of the US legislature: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall... Read More
Love Your Enemy As Yourself
[Lecture delivered at St Herman's Orthodox Church in Edmonton, Canada, 15 October 2006] by Jim Forest But I say to you, Love... Read More
A Letter on War, Saints and the Church
This letter was sent in response to a query from a member of the Orthodox Peace Fellowship living in the United States.... Read More