Yes, true. The icons in the early Churches can be quite old. I understand there is an icon of the Theotokos in Jerusalem. I think it's called "Mary of Jerusalem" or something.
Previous observations. At first it seems like they want to be a part of the Eastern, but then change their minds later! I said that at the beginning perhaps I was misunderstanding. Just trying to clear it up a bit, is all.
Maybe I am misunderstanding most of this thread, but it seems to me that the Eastern Orthodox should not have to make any changes if the Western rite decides to become a part of the Orthodox Church. It is not that hard to accept. I have seen this before, a sect decides that they want to be a...
an atheist reverend??:confused:
It's rather cute, but does oversimplify the messages or stories. To me, there are more serious messages to that, and this site lightens up on the messages.