Holy Mysteries - Simply Orthodox

We are born again by water and the Spirit, united to the death and resurrection of Christ.

We receive the gift of the Holy Spirit, who seals us and dwells within us.

We receive the true Body and Blood of Christ for the forgiveness of sins and life eternal.

We bring our sins before God and receive the assurance of forgiveness and healing.

The Church anoints the sick with oil for the healing of soul and body.

A man and a woman are united by God in a bond of love that images Christ and the Church.

Men are set apart by the laying on of hands to serve as deacons, priests, or bishops.