We often think of creatine as just a supplement for athletes — something that helps with muscle performance, gym strength, and recovery. But there’s another side to creatine that’s far more fundamental: its role in methylation, one of the body’s most essential biochemical processes. Understanding how creatine supports methylation can help explain why it’s not […]
Leroy Frederick Crouch (1936–1999) Early life and education The late Bishop Rev Leroy Frederick Crouch was born on February 16, 1936, in Santa Barbara, California, to Frank Leroy Crouch and Helene Marie (Pixner) Crouch. He grew up in Southern California. After a Divine encounter at the age of 16 he felt a calling to ministry […]
The Jesus Prayer in the Celtic Church: An Ancient Link to the East Introduction: Reclaiming an Ancient Prayer The Jesus Prayer, often associated with the monastic tradition of Mount Athos and Eastern Orthodoxy, has long been cherished within the Celtic Church as well. Contrary to the assumption that such prayer forms were uniquely Byzantine, the […]
The Persistence of Prayer: Repetition as Faith, Not Vanity By St. Andrew’s Orthodox Celtic Church Introduction: Yom Kippur and Covenant Prayers In ancient Israel on the high holy day of Atonement (Yom Kippur), all of Israel bowed low before the Lord YHWH. The entire nation fasted and prayed unceasingly for the blood of atonement to be […]
The Principality of Wolfenbüttel Sovereignty in Exile and the Continuity of the House of Brunswick Mass-Market Narrative Edition Publication Notice (Mass-Market/Free Edition) A scholarly archival edition—containing certified exhibits, translations, facsimiles, docket excerpts, and a full evidence book—is maintained separately for institutional researchers, libraries, jurists, and accredited scholars. Access is granted on a cost-recovery basis […]
The Eternal Law, the New Covenant, and the Misunderstanding of Love and Liberty by Rev Dr Stephen MK Brunswick, ThD, PhD. Professor, Priory of Salem, Institute of Theology Primace, St Andrew’s and St Joseph’s Orthodox Church of the Culdees https://orthodoxchurch.nl https://celticorthodoxy.com Many today claim, “There are only two commandments now,” as if Christ somehow abolished […]
At www.watchman.news, a public service of the Orthodox Church, we are committed to raising awareness on issues that affect the health and wellbeing of families and communities. Today we’re sharing an important article on how long-lasting toxins—seed oils and microplastics—can linger in the body for years, fueling inflammation and chronic health struggles. This is not […]
From the Torah’s tassel to the Christian prayer rope, the sign of remembrance anchors us in Christ — the Word made flesh, the Lawgiver, and the One who began with “Hear, O Israel” when asked the greatest commandment(Mar 12:29). Introduction One of the simplest yet most enduring commandments of the Torah is the making of […]
Britain’s Ancient Orthodox Heritage: A Living Tradition, Not a Modern Conversion Featured Articles from CelticOrthodoxy.com For a detailed exploration of the intricate relations between Western and Eastern traditions: Catholic-Orthodox History and Recognition of Sacraments Between Them For foundational arguments on Britain’s inherent Orthodox identity: The Orthodox Identity of the British Church and Anglicanism For ecclesial […]
Academic Note The following material is drawn from the core curriculum of St. Andrew’s OCC, Institute of Theology. It is distributed with permission as a preview for prospective students, to raise awareness about the ongoing political and cultural context, and to foster constructive dialogue between professionals on the place of Christian alternatives in a […]
Academic Note The following material is drawn from the core curriculum of St. Andrew’s OCC, Institute of Theology. It is distributed with permission as a preview for prospective students, to raise awareness about the ongoing political and cultural context, and to foster constructive dialogue between professionals on the place of Christian alternatives in a predominantly […]
The Wheels, the Four Living Creatures, and the Throne of God — A Revelation Brought to Life For centuries, believers have marveled at the mysterious visions recorded in Ezekiel 1 and Revelation 4—visions of fiery beings, wheels within wheels, and the throne of Almighty God. Many have read these passages with curiosity, yet few have […]
Most people today think “separation” is negative — a sign of judgment, division, or pride. But the Bible paints a completely different picture. From Genesis to Revelation, God calls His people to be separate from sin, false worship, and the works of darkness. In this video, we uncover how over 50 passages command believers to […]
📘 Three Types of Prayer: Ask, Demand, and Worship Why Not All “Prayer” Is the Same — and Why It Matters 🔍 Introduction: The New Testament doesn’t treat all prayer as the same. Whether we are asking for help, interceding boldly, or simply worshiping, the Greek text gives us unique terms — and each carries […]
✝️ Preface: Honoring a Courageous Voice Let us begin with gratitude. For many of us who have grown weary of false teachings, political compromise, and the idolatry of modern Zionism, Pastor Chuck Baldwin has been a courageous and clarifying voice. His unwavering commitment to exposing deception, defending Christian liberty, and calling believers back to Christ […]
In Defense of the Right to “Return to the Land”: A Constitutional and Peace-Based Analysis By the Priory of Salem, Institute of Peace Studies – Circulated by Watchman News In recent weeks, the group known as “Return to the Land” has come under intense and arguably malicious scrutiny, branded across mainstream media as a so-called […]
A groundbreaking discovery has revealed that Pseudomonas aeruginosa—a dangerous hospital superbug—can digest biodegradable plastics using a newly identified enzyme called Pap1. This ability doesn’t just help the bacteria survive on medical plastics like sutures and catheters; it may also shed light on a far broader biological hazard: bacterial colonization of human tissue contaminated with microplastics. […]
Microplastics in the Brain: The Alarming Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Cognitive Decline – Learn about home remedies for microplastic detox from NTA Wellness Microplastics in the Brain: The Alarming Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Cognitive Decline Recent scientific discoveries have revealed a disturbing truth: the human brain is […]
Poland’s First Kings May Belong to a Celtic Royal Dynasty: New DNA Evidence Reveals Ancient Connections to Scotland Before delving deeper, the following reputable articles provide verifiable details—published recently—about the groundbreaking Piast DNA study: June 19, 2025 – Archaeology Magazine: “DNA Study Suggests Surprising Origins of Poland’s First Royal Family” slawomirambroziak.pl June 20, 2025 – […]
The Confederacy’s Broader Vision: A Constitutional Union of All Sovereign States In his historic “Cornerstone Speech,” Confederate Vice President Alexander H. Stephens laid bare not only the ideological foundations of the Confederate States of America (CSA), but also a wider constitutional hope: that all the states of the former Union might one day recognize and […]
The Nations of True Israel and the Unbroken Covenants of God Many today dismiss or spiritualize the prophecies and covenants that God made with the literal house of Israel. Some attempt to collapse the identity of Israel into that of Judah, while others argue that because “Israel shall be called by a new name,” the […]
Russia remains one of the leading promoters of globalism, atheism, and communism—ideologies that stand in direct opposition to true nationalism. Most Eastern Europeans still remember the pain of living under these systems. Many now recognize that communism was never dismantled—only rebranded as capitalism—yet both models leave nations subjugated, lacking the lawful sovereignty, moral order, and […]
Introduction: A Call Back to the Word True Orthodoxy has always been rooted in the faithful study, teaching, and living out of the Holy Scriptures. Yet in recent decades, particularly within many Eastern Orthodox communities in the West, there has been a troubling neglect of this foundational aspect. Scripture teaching, especially for the laity, has […]
A Biblical Framework for Honoring the Seasons The celebration of June 24—the Nativity of St. John the Baptist—has endured across many ages and cultures. While some have tied it to solstice traditions or misunderstood it through the lens of paganism, Scripture offers a far deeper vision. As Psalm 19 says, “The heavens declare the glory […]
A great book on the early Celtic Church—which we are working to republish—is featured below. In it, many questions are answered, such as why around 120 bishops convened under Archbishop St. David during various synods. Yet, some other questions become even greater curiosities, further explored in our broader writings and historical compilations here at St. […]