FAQ - When was the Orthodox Church founded?

[Photini]

This is true, the change occurs throughout the Divine Liturgy beginning IIRC with the Liturgy of Preparation before the Divine Liturgy proper. We only can say that at the completion of the epiclesis that the change is complete. Like much in Orthodoxy, we do not attempt to delve further into the specifics of the Holy Mystery.

Also, the Liturgy cannot be celebrated without someone representing the laity. IOW, a priest or bishop can't have a private Liturgy.

 

[prodromos]

I put my trust in the Lord that He guides the Bishop of Rome and the Magesterium.

And that is as it should be , just as we Orthodox trust the same of our own bishops, priests and monks.

John.