- Nov 22, 2016
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So I'm a non-Orthodox Christian who was baptized at a young age into the United Methodist Church, then rejected just about everything for atheism for six years before ultimately coming back to a general faith of sorts. After taking the time to really study the denominations and their views and whatnot, I settled for giving the Eastern Orthodox way a look. There's a Russian Orthodox church about nine miles from my home and I've decided I'll pay a visit tomorrow to see what they're all about in terms of worship.
As ridiculous as this next part may sound, I'm a tad-bit nervous. Not that I think they're gonna boot me out for inquiring, but just experiencing something radically new than the usual sort of sit/sing/pray/leave routine I had experienced at my old church I used to attend. So I guess all I'm really seeking here is just any advice you can give in regards to what I should expect. They'll be beginning with a Reading of the Third Hour, followed by the Divine Liturgy (which is then followed by a Fellowship Hour). I'm probably fretting over nothing, since I'll of course just be a visitor. But yeah, if there's anything you think I should know or just want to add in general, by all means, please do. And thank you for your time.
As ridiculous as this next part may sound, I'm a tad-bit nervous. Not that I think they're gonna boot me out for inquiring, but just experiencing something radically new than the usual sort of sit/sing/pray/leave routine I had experienced at my old church I used to attend. So I guess all I'm really seeking here is just any advice you can give in regards to what I should expect. They'll be beginning with a Reading of the Third Hour, followed by the Divine Liturgy (which is then followed by a Fellowship Hour). I'm probably fretting over nothing, since I'll of course just be a visitor. But yeah, if there's anything you think I should know or just want to add in general, by all means, please do. And thank you for your time.