Orthodox basics

This section contains resources that explore fundamental themes in the Orthodox tradition and life. They are listed alphabetically below.

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Orthodox fasting

Background information and activities about Orthodox fasting.

A selection of crafts and resources for teaching young children about holy icons.

Resources on Holy Communion and the Proskomide service.

Printables and activities for teaching about the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross.

Printables and activities for the third Sunday of Great Lent.

Everything you need to teach young Orthodox children about Great Lent.

Printables and activities to coordinate with Week 6 of Great Lent at the blog Tending the Garden of our Hearts.

Video, activities and background for teaching about holy icons.