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 […]
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The Guelph Dynasty and the Enduring Protection of the Celtic Church of Columbanus
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
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 […]
Brunswick Dutch Regency, House of Wolfenbuttel Enduring Regency Rights in the Netherlands
The House of Wolfenbüttel-Brunswick and Its Enduring Regency Rights in the Netherlands Introduction The House of Wolfenbüttel-Brunswick, a senior noble house of the Guelphs (Welfs), holds a uniquely pivotal position in European history. While often overshadowed in mainstream narratives by the Habsburgs and Hohenzollerns, the Brunswicks governed not only through direct territorial dominion but as […]
Full Communion with the Evangelical Apostolic Church Diocese, OCC and Archbishop John P. Johnston
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
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
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 […]
“David Episcopus Moni Iudeorum”: Saint David’s 601 Synod and the Welsh Church’s Stand Against Rome
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
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 […]
A Biblical Response to Mental Health and the Rise of Clinical Psychology: Why the Historical Church Was Enough
Why the Historical Church Was Enough: A Biblical Response to Mental Health and the Rise of Clinical Psychology Part 1 of 2 I. The Church’s Historical Role in Mental and Emotional Well-Being For millennia, churches have provided counsel, community, and discipline to help individuals navigate life’s challenges. The pastoral system, alongside scriptural teachings, offered spiritual […]
The Didache and the Culdees: A Guide for Christian Guilds and Self-Sustaining Communities
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 […]
EVANGELIZE THE CROSS / CRUCIFIXION, tokens of Christ our Lamb / Sacrifice
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
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 […]
Catholic Orthodox History and recognition of Sacraments between them.
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: 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 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 […]
Flimsy 14th Amendment Argument vs Trump’s Ban on Birthright Citizenship
A Balanced Analysis of the 14th Amendment and Birthright Citizenship Introduction The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1868, is a foundational element of American civil rights law. It established the principles of equal protection under the law and birthright citizenship, meaning that all persons born or naturalized in the United States are […]
Women’s Offices in OCC: The Role of Deaconesses & Abbesses
Women’s Offices in OCC: The Role of Deaconesses & Abbesses Historical Background: Women in the Celtic Church Women played a significant role in the early Celtic Church, serving as seers, abbesses, and spiritual leaders. Unlike the more hierarchical Roman Church, the Celtic Christian tradition embraced a monastic structure that allowed for strong female leadership. This […]
Story of the Irish Race: Great Book Review from the British Israel Book Club
Last Sabbath Dr Brunswick presented this book to the British Israel book club(A monthly meetup group that discusses the inspirational truths of Israel being mainly the European Christian Nations of God). Every week we encourage a few to present reports on British Israel related books (and sometimes articles). Read online the POPULAR HISTORY “Story of […]
Galicia-Volhynia Sovereignty in the House of Wolfenbuttel-Brunswick
As America now is tied to the metals there, we should look at peace in the region. The largest ethnic group in America is Anglo Saxon German. Many of which have vast rights to lands in Germany that they can reclaim. Especially through the 1867 cadet branch, 1935 successor house of Wolfenbuttel-Brunswick, which immigrated per […]
Henry the Lion and the Templar Legacy: The Significance of Supplingenburg
Henry the Lion and the Templar Legacy: The Significance of Supplingenburg Introduction: Henry the Lion’s Role in Establishing the Templars in Germany Henry the Lion, Duke of Saxony and Bavaria, played a pivotal role in establishing the Knights Templar in Germany. His contributions were not limited to patronage or military support; rather, he made an […]
Honoring those with Titles is a wonderful law of God
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
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, […]
The Forgotten German Land: Why Kaliningrad Must Be Restored to Its Rightful Sovereign
The Forgotten German Land: Why Kaliningrad Must Be Restored to Its Rightful Sovereign Russia’s Ethnic Cleansing of Germans and the Ongoing Occupation of East Prussia For over a thousand years, German influence dominated East Prussia. From its conquest by the Teutonic Order in the 13th century to its role as a key German province, it […]
“CONCLUSION” – from “Saturday Rest: Embracing the Christian Sabbath in Orthodox Faith”
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 […]