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Patristic Nectar

Patristic Nectar

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January 15, 2026
In this final installment of Catechesis by Anathema, Bishop Irenei examines the last anathemas of the Rite of Orthodoxy and explains why they remain urgently relevant today. This reflection addresses schism, false unity, revolutionary sin against the Church, godly authority, ecumenism, and the call to repentance. 00:00 Introduction – The Final Four Anathemas 03:11 Anathema 14 – Apostasy, Schism, and Accepting False Teachings 06:50 Anathema 15 – Persecution of the Church and Revolutionary Sin 11:32 Anathema 16 – Godly Authority and the Sin of Revolt 17:02 Anathema 17 – Ecumenism and the Mixing of Faiths 20:48 Why the Anathemas Exist: Protection and Repentance 21:50 Who Has the Authority to Proclaim Anathemas 23:38 Closing Blessing Access More Orthodox Content: Patristic Nectar App: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/patristic-nectar/id6502949324 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/search?q=patristic+nectar+app&c=apps Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VKxdB2ZCzk8evUA4V7tku?si=b679feac4ab34d63 🙏 Support Our Ministry: Make a Donation: *Text “PNP” to 53555 to make a tax-deductible donation.* Merchandise: https://patristic-nectar.mybigcommerce.com #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchFathers #ChristianFaith #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndWorks #Theology #EasternOrthodoxy #Catechesis #ChristianTradition #GospelTruth #ChristianDoctrine #OrthodoxTeaching #DivineWisdom #ChristianLiving #NoOtherGods #FatherJosiahTrenham #PatristicNectar

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