The Celtic Church in Kiev: Culdees, Chrodegang, and the Continental Expansion Introduction Most people believe the Celtic Church faded into obscurity in the 7th century, overrun by Saxon advances and subsumed into Roman rites. But this is a historical oversight. The Celtic Church continued to flourish on the European continent (not just in Wales, Scotland […]
The Guelph Dynasty and the Enduring Protection of the Celtic Church of Columbanus I. Introduction The legacy of the Celtic Church founded by St. Columbanus and his Irish companions in the 6th–7th centuries shaped the religious landscape of Merovingian and Carolingian Europe. This church, grounded in Johannine tradition through Polycarp and Polycrates, stood apart […]
Restoring the Forgotten Legacy: The Sethite Dominion, Pre-Adamic Theory, and the Spiritual War of the Ages Abstract: This article explores a unified, respectful theory that reconsiders humanity’s ancient history through the lens of Scripture, archaeology, genetics, mythological continuity, and pre-modern Christian scholarship. Rooted in the framework of pre-Adamic theory and the historical influence of the […]
Full Communion with the Evangelical Apostolic Church Diocese Orthodox Church of the Culdees and Archbishop John P. Johnston Introduction The Orthodox Church of the Culdees (OCC), under the primacy of Dr. Stephen MK Brunswick, affirms its full communion with the Evangelical Apostolic Church Diocese led by Patriarch Archbishop John P. Johnston (https://eacdiocese.org). This relationship was […]
Canonical History and Ecclesiastical Succession of ROCOR and RTOC I. Introduction The 20th century saw a great fracture in Russian Orthodoxy due to the violent upheavals of the Bolshevik Revolution and the rise of the Soviet regime. The faithful Orthodox bishops and clergy who refused collaboration with the atheist state either fled abroad or went […]
The Orthodox Church of Gothia: Canonical Continuity in Crimea under the Catacomb and RTOC Tradition Introductory Note This article is provided as background material for the intercommunion agreement between two historic autocephalous jurisdictions: The Archdiocese of the Goths at Crimea / Gothia (Gotiska Ärkestiftet av De Sanna Ortodoxa Kristna, Swedish: “The Goths’ Archdiocese of the […]
Article 2 Segment from “Saint David of Wales, the Culdees, and the True Meaning of the ‘Lord’s Way’: A Defense of Celtic Sabbath Observance” as from the book wider book on the topic. Newsletter by Dr Stephen MK Brunswick is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free […]
Saint David of Wales, the Culdees, and the True Meaning of the ‘Lord’s Way’: A Defense of Celtic Sabbath Observance A small expose on the topic covered by Dr Stephen MK Brunswick ThD, PhD “Saturday Rest: the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith”, page 35-36. Lord’s Way, Not Lord’s Day, proven The life and ecclesiastical […]
The Didache, one of the earliest Christian texts, serves as a foundational guide for believers seeking structured spiritual and community life. Its principles align closely with the traditions of the Culdees, a unique order within Celtic Christianity, known for their dedication to both spiritual and practical survival. The Didache: A Blueprint for Christian Community The […]
As we prepare our hearts for the Passover (Easter) season, let us reflect on the central theme. We remember the redemption and reconciliation through the victory of the Cross of Christ. Here are some powerful verses below may help refresh your mind in this truth. There are many more verses, as in our communion service. […]
Dr. Edward DeVries: His Life, Work, and Theological Legacy A Distinguished Preacher, Educator, and Historian Dr. Edward R. DeVries was a distinguished preacher, educator, and historian, whose multifaceted career left an indelible mark on Christian education and Southern heritage. Born in the late 1960s, Dr. DeVries dedicated his life to ministry, scholarship, and the preservation […]
The recognition of sacramental validity within the Western Church prior to the Great Schism of 1054 is an important historical fact that sheds light on current debates over Orthodox-Catholic relations. The Orthodox Church today recognizes that England and its kings were Orthodox before the Norman invasion (which coincided with the Great Schism). This acknowledgment challenges […]
The House of Brunswick: An Enduring Legacy of Este and Troy The House of Brunswick, one of Europe’s most storied noble families, holds a legacy of honor and sovereignty that extends back far beyond its medieval prominence. Monarchists who cherish the history of the House of Welf and its connection to the House of Este […]
The Tabernacle’s Journey and the Prophetic Restoration of Ephraim: From Shiloh to Gibeon to Jerusalem The history of the Tabernacle and the altar of burnt offering is a fascinating and often overlooked chapter in biblical history. Many people associate these sacred articles solely with Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. However, their journey from Shiloh (the tribe […]
Lets talk about the good news and blessings. As per Deu 6:3-5 lets “speak of God’s wonderful laws all the time, teach it thoroughly to our children.. etc..”. Most talk only on the negative, speaking of all the curses which God has to punish His disobedient children with, if they have chosen Bolshevist murder, covetousness, […]
Understanding Romans 6-8: The Law, Sin, and Life in Christ Introduction: Why Does Paul Talk So Much About the Law? Romans 6-8 is one of the most profound sections of the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans. These chapters deal with the relationship between sin, the Law, and the believer’s life in Christ. Many Christians, […]
Chapter 12 from the book “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith” CONCLUSION God promised to keep a faithful remnant of Israel as His bride—a people who would continually observe the Sabbath of YAHWEH. The Sabbath is only one of many signs or “marks” of His true people, who are destined to […]
From the Appendix to the book “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith” Section 5: Renewing the Ancient Call to Repentance Reintegrating the Full Practice of Confession in Liturgical Life I. The Ancient Mandate: A Shared Heritage From the earliest days of Christianity, repentance has been recognized as the essential prerequisite for […]
From the Appendix to the book “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith” Regarding Monarch-led churches—a hallmark of Orthodoxy—East and West A vital point for those questioning the British ecclesiastical practice is the longstanding tradition of monarch-led church leadership. Some skeptics doubt the legitimacy of having the head of state serve as the […]
The Orthodox Identity of the British Church and Anglicanism This document explores the foundational argument that the British Church and Anglicanism are inherently Orthodox, rooted in apostolic continuity, doctrinal integrity, and liturgical validity. The British Church is not seeking recognition but reasserting its historical and theological identity as an Orthodox jurisdiction since the earliest centuries. […]
The Rule of Saint Columba (Columcille) Rule of Saint Columba (Columcille), the Abbot of Iona, dates from the 6th century and forms the spiritual basis for the Order of Saint Columcille and the Crane Abbey. Be alone in a separate place near a chief city, if thy conscience is not prepared to be in […]
The background of this hymn was a great battle had ensued to protect Columba’s copy of the Psalter. After the King of Ireland had decreed that Columba should return the copy he had made (without permission) to St Finnian, this caused the rival Royals of O’Neil (of which Columba belonged to this Royal family) to […]
Below you may find numerous authoritative quotes showing how the true Orthodox Celts (the Scots-Irish etc) detested pork consumption. Study more of the practices of the Celtic Orthodox church at www.CelticOrthodoxy.com. 1. Spiritual, Biblical and Scientific Reasons of Clean and Unclean Meats 2. The Adverse Influence of Pork Consumption on Health by Dr Reckeweg M.D. 3. Dietary […]
The Rule of Saint Comgall Saint Comgall, founder of the monastery of Bangor, was trained by St Finnian and became a disciple of St Tigernach of Clones. He instructed several great Culdees including St Columbanus. The Rule of Comgall, as referred to by Saint Adamnan, exists as handed down, in a text from the late […]
Textbook from our Institute of Theology Insights into the Liturgy and Ritual of the Celtic Church. Warren uses proof of documented liturgy to back up his claims. download pdf The_Liturgy_and_Ritual_of_the_Celtic_Church
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