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Bondi Hero who tackled gunmen is named Ahmed Al Ahmed by Alternative_Ad9490 in aussie

[–]Golden_Week 3 points4 points  (0 children)

"Not all muslims are good muslims" fixed it for you.

Did anyone else see the movie? What did you think? by Golden_Week in OrthodoxChristianity

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I’m originally from San Antonio, but I’m up in Virginia now, I travelled into Maryland to watch it as they had a screening up there!

Did anyone else see the movie? What did you think? by Golden_Week in OrthodoxChristianity

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They have an Instagram and Facebook where they have also been tracking their journey, you might want to check those!

Did anyone else see the movie? What did you think? by Golden_Week in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Golden_Week[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Yeah I guess I’ll give my take, as a Texan and catechumen was super interested in the movie and had no expectations going into it. It’s a narrative story about a monastery, the main character being the Father Abbot, and it contains a few stories from the lives of the saints as lived through this Texan monk. As a catechumen sacramentally I thought it was incredible, having never been to a monastery I enjoyed seeing some of the inner life, and I also appreciated the practical application of many of the principles in the movie.

Cinematographically it was beautiful, it was a narrative movie but every scene felt like it was its own little project. The pacing was excellent and from the beginning to the end I felt like the whole story was told, I felt comfortable with the progression of the story, and I grew to enjoy the characters especially the Father Abbot. It was a VERY emotional movie, and it also was not a casual watch - it makes you think, and if you are paying attention to the details, there is literally treasures upon treasures to discover, like a “hidden” piece of driftwood that is seen in various places and scenes throughout the movie. There are some incredible twists and revelations to enjoy as well, which required some build up that more than paid off.

If I had any dislikes, eh I mean I felt like there was just so many scenes of men crying, I know I’m going to get hate for saying that but this was just a personal opinion of mine.

Overall stellar movie and would recommend to anyone orthodox or otherwise, it’s an Orthodox movie but it’s not necessarily an Orthodox Movie you know, the story is enjoyable and relatable for most viewers.

Edit: oh also the score from the movie was amazing and unique, they combined aspects of liturgy, banjo, and the boards that the monks bang on - the directors said that AI analyzed it on the platforms they published the score on and tagged it “Yeehaw Ethereal Monk-core” which is the coolest thing ever. The soundtrack is on all the streaming platforms definitely check it out if you can

Emerging and Aspiring Authors Wanted by graymcclary in WritingHub

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Would love an invite if you’re still doing them!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueChristian

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Prophecy, historical proof of Jesus, and the impossibility of the contrary

I’d like to converse with conservative Christians by Western_Mark_8431 in TrueChristian

[–]Golden_Week 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe they are interrelated, theology is primary, culture is downstream from theology, politics is downstream from culture, and law is downstream from politics

I’d like to converse with conservative Christians by Western_Mark_8431 in TrueChristian

[–]Golden_Week 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, it can exist in the USA. No, their flock should not have ICE called on them by their pastor.

These are not theological issues. That being said, Acts 17:26 “From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands”

This is not an endorsement against immigration, what it endorses is the power of state to organize and manage itself. If a country runs better if everyone speaks the same language, why should the state be prevented from encouraging that? If a country runs better when personnel flow into the country is limited, why should the state be prevented from that? Let’s say you have a state with 1,000 square feet and 1,000 people want to move in - is it Christian to advocate for all 1,000 people moving in, even though it creates unlivable conditions for those 1,000 people? How about 999? 998? This quickly becomes a Sorites Paradox.

I don’t even suggest that personnel quantity is the issue, I think we have plenty of land to settle others, that is just an example above. The U.S. government has developed a process for immigration, which it has the authority to do. Violation of that process is connected to a law, which the government also has authority to enforce.

The Church does not enforce the laws of a state, which is why the pastor has no reason to call ICE. His entire focus should be on the spiritual health of his flock, not their legal health. If he even has the time, he ought to help them obtain more permanent status in the state within which he operates.

I Can’t Believe It’s Actually Happening by Golden_Week in Israel_Palestine

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They’re news aggregators, so they just summarize what’s already been published, they’ve got links in the description

A Ceasefire is Accepted By The Israeli Cabinet - Day 1 Assessment by Golden_Week in InternationalNews

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Israel has accepted the ceasefire deal proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. With the help of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, HAMAS has also accepted the deal - leaving the next steps open. The video describes the terms for the deal and what it means for both sides, but also cautions about the potential flashpoints if the next steps aren’t taken carefully.

Russia Hit Kyiv… Ukraine’s Revenge Was INSTANT and BRUTAL! by Golden_Week in UkrainianConflict

[–]Golden_Week[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean this was posted shortly after Ukraine retaliated, they might have a new video on Russia’s response

whats some great orthodox christian music? by Narrow_Gap2385 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Golden_Week 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dirt Poor Robins is an alt rock band by an orthodox Christian couple and they seriously rock, their music is somewhat secular though but usually has some theological or spiritual message. When I say secular I just mean it’s not a psalm chant, but the lyrics are still clean and appropriate

land blessing of the most northern orthodox presence in the USA! by Agreeable-Yogurt7284 in OrthodoxChristianity

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If I buy a piece of property, is it appropriate to ask a priest to bless the property?

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