12-09-2018 The Harvest: Where Did the Orthodox Church Come from? (Part 1) скачать в хорошем качестве

12-09-2018 The Harvest: Where Did the Orthodox Church Come from? (Part 1)

Fr. Matthias Shehad traces the origins and development of the Orthodox Church, beginning with its founding at Pentecost in 33 AD when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles. He explains how the early church grew from informal gatherings in homes to a structured institution with bishops, priests, and deacons, emphasizing the succession from the apostles to bishops. Fr. Matthias highlights key moments in church history, including the establishment of five major patriarchates and the role of ecumenical councils in preserving true doctrine. He discusses early heresies such as Arianism, Macedonianism, and Nestorianism, explaining how the councils of Nicaea, Constantinople, and Chalcedon addressed these challenges and defined orthodox Christology. He also clarifies the distinction between the Oriental Orthodox and Eastern Orthodox traditions as stemming from different understandings of Christ’s nature, rooted in the outcomes of the Council of Chalcedon. The talk underscores the importance of tradition, councils, and creeds in maintaining the faith and worship practices of the church. Subscribe to us on YouTube    / stpaulhouston   Like us on Facebook   / saintpaulhouston   Follow us on SoundCloud   / stpaulhouston   Follow us on Instagram   / stpaulhouston   Visit our website for schedules and to join the mailing list https://stpaulhouston.org