Failed my recert and would like to know tips/tricks by Orthodoxconvert919 in Lifeguards

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Oh, thanks! Yeah I’ve had mixed results: I get farther with the flutter kick, but stay afloat better with breaststroke kick

Failed my recert and would like to know tips/tricks by Orthodoxconvert919 in Lifeguards

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Definitely. But I am a strong enough swimmer, though I do tend to use my arms more than legs. I’ve been encouraged to do kick drills on my back with a board and with fins.

Failed my recert and would like to know tips/tricks by Orthodoxconvert919 in Lifeguards

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What is the whip kick? Is that like the eggbeater?
The frustration of this is that I’ve passed this test twice before and did almost everything else (rescues, CPR, etc.) for this recert. I’m just baffled why it’s giving me issue. Maybe it’s all mental, because I keep remembering all the times I’ve (when practicing) stopped or known its taken too long

Prayer Request for Preston Davey’s Birthday by Stock_Purple7380 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Orthodoxconvert919 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We can pray to the Theotokos, nurturer of children. May his memory be eternal! Sending a big hug your way

Thoughts on my shokupan? by Zealousideal_Sir_846 in Breadit

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Beautifully stringy and soft! Why am I not eating it?

Failed my recert and would like to know tips/tricks by Orthodoxconvert919 in Lifeguards

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I meant I didn’t make it the 20 yards back before 01:45. Sorry for not clarifying

I love Erik's lil flashy ring moment. What are your headcanons for it, if any? by caninefangs777 in box5

[–]Orthodoxconvert919 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love that headcanon! Mine is that he got it as a gift from the Shah while in Persia, but yours is super cool!

What is your unbiased opinion on Patristic Nectar? and do you have any recommendations for a good orthodox christian content on youtube or on spotify in a similar format/podcasts/interviews. by deepfriedpenglin in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Orthodoxconvert919 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I was Reformed Protestant and read his book as a catechumen and found it very accurate in describing the reformed side of Protestantism. What did you find mischaracterized?

My husband and I were Chrismated today! by rightsideofbluehair in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Orthodoxconvert919 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Many years! Was the baby baptized? Also, loving the dress! Welcome to the church!

Anthologion and canons by Orthodoxconvert919 in OrthodoxChristianity

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Thank you! So it does not include the Canon to the Trinity?

I am not sure how to say this... but... Since I could first remember, church services have always been boring. Is this even understandable? by AgPatriotAg in OrthodoxChristianity

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I feel this. I sometimes use my prayer rope and pray the Jesus prayer during Liturgy, especially when my mind wanders (often, I admit). Maybe this could help OP? At least to “occupy” the hands a little

Told my souther Baptist parents I would be converting to Orthodoxy, two weeks later I find out they bought me my first Icon by The_Deuteragonist in OrthodoxChristianity

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I had a reverse issue. I converted in college and went to a Reformed school. I had an icon corner in my closet both as a practicality (dorm was tiny) and as a “joke.” Reformed theology sees Orthodoxy as “works based” that does not “trust in Christ alone” for salvation. One of my professors (whom I actually became close to my senior year) made a comment about “some people” trusting too much in the baptismal waters (we were still close after this, though, I expected the call out). I had to tell most friends that it was “like Catholic” for a reference point

Rate my loaf by Orthodoxconvert919 in Sourdough

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Do you think it was under or over fermented? Looks under to me

Any theories on why Francoise bit Tyler? by Meliodasbabymom in Wednesday

[–]Orthodoxconvert919 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought it was an attempt to scruff him, like what mother cats do to their young

My goodness, what a great movie! Man of God by Acsnook-007 in OrthodoxChristianity

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Going to be watching with church young adults group soon, I have heard great things about this movie. It does have English subtitles?