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Missiology of the Orthodox Church
Missiology of the Orthodox Church
Mission outreach has been practiced by the Orthodox church from its inception; modern Orthodox Missiology as an academic and professional practice largely traces its roots to Archishop Anastasios of Tirana, Durres and Albania
He served as a missionary in East Africa
Professor at the University of Athens
Founder of Porefthendes, Inter-Orthodox Mission Center in 1961.
ORTHODOX MISSIOLOGY
In addition to proclaiming the gospel message; Orthodox Missiological practice includes:
poverty/food insecurity
social justice
medical care
prison
social services
Some Examples of Distinctions of the Orthodox Church
The Church
The Church
Liturgy and Tradition
Liturgy and Tradition
Theosis, Incarnation and Ascension
Theosis, Incarnation and Ascension
Unique aspects Orthodox Church and Missions
Church service as witness
prayers - hymns - scripture lessons - gestures - processions
Sacraments are a reminder that God became flesh in Jesus Christ and His death, resurrection for the sins of humanity
Eucharist, Baptism, Chrismation, Holy Orders, Confession, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage
GMNF and Orthodox Mission
GMNF and Orthodox Mission
GMNF Global Mission Society has operations to Orthodox Church Mission non-profits and churches.
In addition to creating and cooperating on mission strategy, operation and practice in the mission field; GMNF also supports Orthodox Mission organizations in their activities:
Orthodox Christian Mission Center
International Orthodox Christian Charity
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