u/drillia

Random question I suppose, but I am curious.
I am inquiring into the Orthodox Church and will be speaking with my priest about becoming a catechumen in about a week or so.

I really love the style of Coptic orthodox icons. However, it is to my understanding that the Oriental Orthodox Church (Coptic, Ethiopian, etc.) is not in communion with Eastern Orthodox Church (Greek, Russian, Byzantine, etc.) As such, if the churches are not in full communion, I was wondering if the style of icons in my home matter.

I was mainly wondering if it matters where I purchase them or who I purchase them from, (ie. a Coptic iconographer vs an Eastern iconographer,) as I have been wanting to purchase some for my home.

Hello all! I am inquiring into the Orthodox Church. I had a question regarding NFP. I follow a couple orthodox priests online, one being Father Josiah Trentham. It seems that the opinion on NFP is a bit mixed. Some priests and parishioners online are saying NFP is acceptable, and some are saying that a married couple should simply have as many children as God wills and not try to prevent a pregnancy through any means including NFP. Thoughts on this?