Confession - Purification of the Soul - Father Patrick O’Grady
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2015
- This lecture is called: Confession:Purification of the Soul, was presented at our parish by Father Patrick O’Grady is Sr Priest at St Peter the Apostle, Pomona, CA California.
Fr Patrick speaks about the history of and the purpose of confession, (“why can’t I merely make my confession to God?”), the preparation for (e.g. how often; what should I confess), and how different traditions and jurisdictions regard or mandate confession as it relates to receiving the Holy Eucharist (must one make formal confession before each Eucharist?). The focus is on practical information that will help you value, understand and become more regular at the confessional.
Definitely, this is one of the best discussions of Orthodox Christian Confession I have heard. Thank you!
I am Lutheran, Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.and I truly enjoyed this video. God's peace be with you all.
Very enlightening and quite in depth, this is what I love about orthodox.
What a beautiful sermon, specially the comparison of of failed individuals being given second chance in their own ways to the kingdom of heaven, is heart warming wisdom. Thanks
There are people today going to and from Heaven and talking to the Father through the Son. These are the result of many people being martyred for the faith and those who have been baptised in the Spirit and guided by Him. Humility is the key. Love is the strength. No other 'church' exists.
This brought tears to my eyes.
its very adicting to watch these videos.
Right? I can't stop.
absolutely
The reason for our ouster from Heaven was disobedience and impenitence! The only way back is by obedience and repentance. Not to the mirror or an icon or the sky. But to another human being that has been given the right to forgive our sins. Is simple as that. Find a priest that you feel comfortable and trust and keep him as your guide to your spiritual path !! Then the real "digging" starts!! You will find so much faults inside you but God will send His Grace to comfort you and keep you in peace!! HAVE A GOOD FIGHT MY FRIENDS!!
Glory to god, wow thank you.
This was very enlightening and informative for me. Thank you for the lecture.
Oh wow, amen! I am coming to confession asap!!!!
Can anyone give me info on the icons in the background? Particularly the Theotokos in the distance is painted with such beautiful colors. I’m just starting to learn about icons.
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“The screen is called the iconostasis ( icon stand ) and bears an array of holy images that are arranged in a fairly consistent order. Three doors penetrate the typical iconostasis: small doors at the north and south ends and a larger, usually double door in the center. In churches with an iconostasis with an open center area there are still generally two small doors on either side. These are called respectively the north door, the south door, and the royal doors. During services, they are open in order that events taking place at the altar may be seen clearly by the congregation. At other times they are closed, protecting the inner sanctuary-the place of the Kingdom-from disturbance.
Certain of the icons on the icon stand occupy the same positions in every parish. As one faces the stand, looking east toward the altar, an icon of the Lord Jesus Christ stands to the right of the royal doors. To the right again stands the icon of St. John the Baptist-the Holy Forerunner-who prepared the way of the Lord. On the south door is an icon of Archangel Michael, and to the right again is at least one other icon of a saint. To the left of the royal doors is an icon of Mary, the Mother of God, with her Divine Child, and to the left again the saint to whom the church is dedicated. On the north door is an icon of the Archangel Gabriel, and one or more variable icons are found to its left. Above the royal doors is generally an icon of the Last Supper-depicting the institution of the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The various doors in the icon stand give access to and from the sanctuary or altar area. The royal doors are reserved for the passage of the bishop, priests, and deacons. Other assistants such as subdeacons and acolytes pass through the north and south doors.
As one looks through the royal doors into the holy sanctuary, the altar table on which the Holy Eucharist is celebrated stands centrally. To the side is a small table covered by a white cloth, upon which the Holy Gifts-the bread and wine to be used in the Eucharist-will be prepared by the priest and deacon. This preparation table is called the prothesis. Behind the altar in most Orthodox churches stands the bishop's throne, occupied by the bishop during his pastoral visitations to the parish. In Greek and Antiochian Orthodox churches, however, this throne is frequently located in front of the icon screen to the right of the royal doors, in the wide area before the screen known as the solea.
The presence of a bishop’s throne in a parish church, rather than only in a cathedral as in the West, emphasizes the central role of the bishop as the ruling figure of Christ in his diocese and the subordinate role of the presbyter or priest as his delegated deputy. The continuing core of apostolicity resides in the bishop, who was ordained via the laying on of hands by a bishop, who in turn was ordained by a bishop whose ordination goes back in an unbroken line to the apostles. Where the bishop is enthroned, surrounded by his presbyters, deacons, and people-there is the fullness, the catholicity of the Church. The presence of the throne makes this visually clear...
....The presence of the Gospel book on the altar throughout the Divine Liturgy is of great significance. During the celebration of the Eucharist, the altar actualizes the Throne of God in the Kingdom; that is, it shows forth the Holy of Holies. And it is here, directly adjacent to the very Body and Blood of Christ, that the written record of the words spoken by the Incarnate God will be revered and exalted.”-Orthodox Worship: A Living Continuity with the Synagogue, the Temple, and the Early Church, Benjamin D Williams & Harold B Anstall
The icon of the Theotokos you see behind the altar is called ‘The Platytera (Πλατυτέρα)’ which means wider. The icon is usually larger and shows The Theotokos with her hands in the ‘Oran’ position (open and presenting) and presents Christ. She is facing the worshipers directly with the image of Christ at her chest also facing worshipers directly.
This is a stunning icon with a huge meaning. In some churches, this icon takes up almost the entire back wall, although it’s meaning isn’t greater just because the congregation had more $$$ for grandness.
Watching this video, Fr. O’Grady is explaining confession beautifully and stressing the importance. Well done. I wish more priests did this.
God bless from Ireland
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If you are getting tired and choose to close down. Just watch this 1:23:34
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Why there is not subtitle? We foreigners follow better with subtitle ! Kirie eleison.
Praise Jesus the Christ, have mercy on me the sinner.
Thank you for this. I am new to Orthodoxy. We need to hear the truth. Thank you Father. Bless Father
Some priest, especially of the greek church, need to listen to this and learn something.
Let us not finger pointing on other religion, just let us learn and be a true Christian.It is really a good preaching.
Thank you very much indeed for this excellent presentation; both in the manner in which it was delivered and the content. Is there any way in which overseas listeners ( I am in NZ) can obtain a copy of your notes and the list you handed out as a guideline for the consideration of sins? Kia ora. Mā te rangimarie a te Karaiti ki a koe.
Anyone got that list?
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can anyone give me a list of naming our sins in confession please
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Hello, in the orthodox church does one start a confession by saying anything to the priest with his arm around you, such as "bless me father for I have sinned" or something like that then start mentioning the sins or do you just walk up, the priest arm around you and just start mentioning your sins?
Confession is usually in a private and quiet place, usually in the front of the church before the iconostasis. There should be no one else in proximity. At that point the priest begins with a prayer, and then just take your cues from the priest. It concludes when the Priest lays his Epitrachelion stole over you while reciting a prayer of absolution.
All believers are priests and your sins can be confessed to any believer.
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Amen Amen Amen orthodox Christian lizelalem tinur Amen Amen Amen.
My question is can somebody repent without a priest?
Offcourse.
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No, you need a priest. Jesus Christ said to His Apostles, our priests today, whose sins you forgive, will be forgiven...Therefore without the priest special prayer, sins cannot be forgiven.
Another question. When I hear about some of the visions the Saints had on hell its sound pretty harsh. The fire, the worm that doesn't die forever and ever. Stalin in whom I hate for what he did to my Russian family is supposedly deep in the fire. If God gave me the authority to judge my judgment would be a lot less harsh. So Im a little bothered by His harsh judgement. Not only that Im filled with sin and Ive lived in TJ with my wife and son no Orthodox Church. Lucky were going to Colorado in a week but cant convince my wife that Orthodox is a good Church. Just a little overwhelmed. Im not really sure what my question is.
I know how can anybody respond to that sorry.