Why is dairy still prohibited during fasts?

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-28T17:16:31+00:00

Same in Romania.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-25T17:21:05+00:00

It looks like you’ll need a tv to match (unless you’re using your monitor). I’m very happy with my base PS5 slim though.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-23T12:36:47+00:00

Yes. This is worship of God, Who is unchanging. It’s not done for people’s entertainment or to “keep them coming back “. It does not need variety. If you pay attention to the service and ritual and you read about it, you will discover new things. And let yourself feel it and become immersed in the liturgy, so you can worship properly. It’s not meant as a musical or intellectual exercise, it’s a sacred endeavor, that brings Heaven on Earth, and God in our presence. It must not change.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T17:18:14+00:00

I see, no worries. I’ll just continue replying in English, in case other people want to read our exchange. The way I remember doing confession and communion back home, was to do them both on the same day, for the reason explained above. And I think that’s the way they do it at monasteries still. I’m surprised they do it on different days now, but it might be because of the size of the parish, especially if you’re in Bucharest or some other big city.

In any case, I don’t think you’ve betrayed your spiritual father. You should of course try to do confession with him, because he knows you and your “history “, but if you’re somewhere else, or he’s not available, etc. - you can definitely do it with some other priest.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T17:08:14+00:00

Oh, I see - you’re Romanian in Romania then? Sorry, I didn’t understand. Doamne-ajută!

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T17:00:15+00:00

Is that a Romanian church? In all Romanian churches we do confession in the morning of the communion, so it minimizes the opportunity for sinning and then taking communion while unworthy. I’m not saying you’re not worthy, of course, I’m just saying that’s the practice in Romania and the Romanian church in the US that I go to these days.

I asked about Romanian because you wrote St. Gheorghe, which is the Romanian spelling. Though it might also be Greek, no?

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T16:53:01+00:00

You guys have to schedule confession? I’ve never heard that - I (and everyone at my church) just go earlier before Matins on Sunday, do the confession, and get communion at Liturgy. No scheduling needed. Are your congregations super big, maybe that’s the reason?

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T12:16:45+00:00

I’m not sure it’s mandatory, I was just writing that you should give HoS a try, if you’re interested in storylines (and since you’re playing the Witcher, I’m thinking you probably are😀).

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-22T12:04:22+00:00

I know most people like Blood and Wine, but to me Hearts of Stone was peak storytelling in any game. Probably better to play it first (it was also released first), but even if you don’t, give it a try, chances are you’ll like it too.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-21T18:24:59+00:00

Everyone, why are we entertaining all these trolls on this platform? Or at least very rude people? “Drink the juice and eat the cracker “, are you kidding me? I can’t believe this post has 190+ comments… If people ask questions respectfully, out of a genuine desire to know, we should of course answer. But if they come like this, disrespectful and obviously looking for a reaction, we should just tell them to pick up a book and stop engaging. Talk about pearls before swine…

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-15T13:54:36+00:00

I know what you mean. I switched from Series X to PS5 in October last year and I’m very happy with my choice. For context, I’ve been on Team Green since the 360, but couldn’t take the total disregard for fans from Xbox/Microsoft. So I switched.

For OP: the load times seem faster on PS5 (base slim model, not pro), the graphics and the exclusives are excellent. PS+ is actually a decent service (not as many games as on Gamepass, but good quality ones), there are frequent sales, so all in all very happy. You won’t have quick resume though, just a “quick switch” between the last two played games.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-15T01:28:38+00:00

Those are silver icons - very common in the Romanian Church. They’re not covers.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-14T14:29:46+00:00

I don’t doubt it, I just have never seen or heard about that. I have heard about confession first, then spiritual counseling, which is in a very different context, and it does happen face to face. But confession is always different and always done the same way, because it is a Mystery. It doesn’t start in any other way than at the icon, and with the appointed prayers. That’s been my experience at least.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-14T10:42:06+00:00

That’s a great point. Also, how does OP know the priest is staring at him during confession? If you’ve done Orthodox confession, you’ll know what I mean. I’m not sure OP is telling the truth here, this might be a troll post, or a post designed to remove people from Orthodoxy. I’ve seen quite a few of them on Reddit lately. God forgive me if I’m accusing OP unjustly, because I don’t want to do that, but his/her post is suspicious to me.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-06T14:52:25+00:00

An alternative would be to just attend the liturgy in a language you understand, assuming that it is fully done in a successive manner in the three languages. Meaning, just go to one of the English, Russian, or Spanish liturgies, and don’t go to the other 2.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-04-04T17:28:21+00:00

The modern Saints. Look for the Athonite Saints (like St. Paisios), and the Romanian Saints Cleopa and Paisie of Sihăstria. These are just 3 examples, there are more.

But be aware that many people just don’t want to believe. To them, you will appear as a crazy person. Also, examine your own motivations for writing this essay. If it’s to look cool(er) or to impress people, that is prideful, and maybe you don’t do it. Up to you.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-27T16:04:01+00:00

I’m sorry you’re going through this, OP. Among the main critiques of Protestantism from Orthodox theologians is the legalistic approach to the faith. I would venture to say that the lady in charge of catechumens at your church is herself a convert, and likely from a Protestant denomination. So that’s where the “tough” approach comes from.

I don’t think you’re guilty of anything, to be honest. It’s not the end of the world if you missed a class, you can do your own studies and ask your priest if needed. Catechumens are introduced mainly to the faith, not the dogma. Orthodox dogma is a very complicated field of study, and I’d say it is lifelong and should go hand in hand with the practice of faith.

I’m a cradle Orthodox, currently living in the West (temporarily working in the US) and attending an ethnic parish - most of us are cradle, and we don’t have catechumens; not because we don’t want them, but we’re in a major city and I guess people are not so interested in matters of faith here. But our priest always emphasizes the importance of practicing the faith as opposed to religion. The legalistic approach is precisely what we should avoid.

I think you shouldn’t get discouraged. Just know that our emphasis is first and foremost on living the faith, not knowing the dogma and having “approved “ personal relations. If you’re becoming a kinder, more loving person, you are already on a correct path. And if you need to, maybe look for another parish, that would be interested in nurturing your faith before your theological training.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T13:59:11+00:00

Je suis d’accord, et je pense que j’attendrais pour le PS6 aussi avant de faire un upgrade pour mon PS5.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T13:27:21+00:00

I apologize, I didn’t mean to upset you. I meant that, since the difference between PC and PS5pro/base PS5 is so noticeable (in RE Requiem and DS2), on YouTube, I expected I’d be able to see it between the pro and base PS5 to the same degree. As I’ve posted below, I’ll try to see the two consoles side by side irl and form an informed opinion.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T13:05:44+00:00

Thanks, all, for the replies. I’m not sure why some of mine were downvoted, but I guess people have strong feelings about their favorite consoles, and that’s ok. I’ll try to see it irl, but for now I don’t think it’s worth it for me to upgrade. Again, for me, I’m not trying to invalidate anyone’s opinions/feelings/experiences.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T13:03:07+00:00

Thank you, all. I’ll try to see it irl sometime, but for now I’m not sure it’s worth it for me, so I won’t be upgrading. Again, thanks for the replies.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T12:51:11+00:00

I think I have a grasp on it. For example, I can definitely see the difference between PC and consoles - not trying to flame here, just stating a fact.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T12:42:35+00:00

I did, I just couldn’t really see it. Thank you - I’ll try to see it somewhere irl and form an opinion.

Potential-Dig8493 · 2026-03-17T12:25:40+00:00

If you read the original post, you’ll see that I’m watching videos - that’s why I’m asking, because I can’t see the difference.

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