RESOURCES
FLOW: FOR THE LIFE OF THE WORLD
For the Life of the World: Towards a Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church is a powerful social document enriched by scriptural, patristic, theological, and spiritual references, to navigate through these often perplexing and difficult times, as Orthodox Christians, in a post-modern world.
FLOW: For the Life of the World – E Book Archive (English Edition)
We are pleased to offer this digital archive of every response written about For the Life of the World, gathered over the years from diverse voices across theological, academic, and pastoral communities. This collection reflects the profound impact and ongoing dialogue sparked by this landmark text, exploring its theological depth, ethical vision, and relevance to contemporary life. We invite you to browse, read, and reflect on these contributions—each one a testament to the enduring significance of For the Life of the World in shaping Christian witness and thought today.
ΡΟΗ: Για τη Ζωή του Κόσμου – Αρχείο Ηλεκτρονικών Βιβλίων (Ελληνική Έκδοση)
Με χαρά προσφέρουμε αυτό το ψηφιακό αρχείο κάθε απάντησης που γράφτηκε για το “Για τη Ζωή του Κόσμου”, η οποία συγκεντρώθηκε όλα αυτά τα χρόνια από διαφορετικές φωνές από θεολογικές, ακαδημαϊκές και ποιμαντικές κοινότητες. Αυτή η συλλογή αντικατοπτρίζει τον βαθύ αντίκτυπο και τον συνεχή διάλογο που πυροδότησε αυτό το ορόσημο, εξερευνώντας το θεολογικό του βάθος, το ηθικό του όραμα και τη σημασία του για τη σύγχρονη ζωή. Σας προσκαλούμε να περιηγηθείτε, να διαβάσετε και να αναλογιστείτε αυτές τις συνεισφορές – καθεμία από τις οποίες αποτελεί απόδειξη της διαχρονικής σημασίας του “Για τη Ζωή του Κόσμου” στη διαμόρφωση της χριστιανικής μαρτυρίας και σκέψης σήμερα.
MULTIMEDIA
The Huffington Ecumenical Institute at Holy Cross School of Theology hosted the Fourth Baptist–Orthodox Colloquium on the document of the Ecumenical Patriarchate entitled “For the Life of the World” (December 10–11, 2024). Prominent Baptist and Orthodox theologians assembled to discuss topics related to Christian spirituality and social engagement, including family life and sexuality, economic justice and migration, as well as ecumenical relations. The event took place at the Maliotis Cultural Center of HCHC.
December 10, 2024-Watch the video here.
December 11, 2024-Watch the video here.
We are honored to share the recording of an unforgettable evening with Bishop Themistocles, whose remarkable journey took him from 1960s Australian rock-and-roll fame and atheism to a life of deep faith and transformative missionary work in Sierra Leone. With humility, wisdom, and a heart for the marginalized, Bishop Themi shares powerful stories of service among the poor, bringing education, healthcare, and spiritual care to some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.
On November 12, 2024, and concurrently with the Planning Committee Meeting of the Pan-Orthodox Dialogue with the World Lutheran Federation, the Huffington Ecumenical Institute at HCHC was honored to host an event on the History and Development of the Official Theological Dialogue between the Lutheran World Federation and the Orthodox Church. The dialogue is co-chaired by Metropolitan Kirillos of Krini (Ecumenical Patriarchate) and Bishop Dr. Johann Schneider (Evangelical Church in Central Germany). The presenters were His Eminence Metropolitan Isaias of Tamasou and Prof. Jennifer Wasmuth (University of Göttingen).
Welcome to this special recording of the Gathered As One Body liturgy, held on May 2 as part of our groundbreaking conference on disability, accessibility, and inclusion in the Orthodox Church. This liturgy was prayerfully designed to be fully accessible and inclusive, reflecting the deep truth that every person—regardless of ability—is a full and vital member of the Body of Christ. May this service inspire continued efforts toward a Church where all belong, and all are gathered as one.
For additional coverage of the conference, visit the following links:
Thursday, May 1, 2025 (Archangels Greek Orthodox Church, Watertown, MA)
Friday, May 2, 2025-#1 (St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Weston, MA)
Friday, May 2, 2025-#2 (St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Weston, MA)
Friday, May 2, 2025-#3 (St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Weston, MA)
On November 2, 2023, Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis, Archdeacon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and Executive Director of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute at Hellenic College Holy Cross will participate in the International Conference “Accessibility-Disability-Church” organized by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the School of Social Theology and Christian Culture.
On Wed., September 27, 2023, Dr. Jane Goodall engaged in a conversation with Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis, Executive Director of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute, sharing her thoughts on the power of ecumenical encounter and dialogue in shaping a better future for our planet. The talk inaugurated the “Ecumenical Conversations Series” of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute.
Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis, Archdeacon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and Executive Director of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute at HCHC presented at the Southern California Christian Forum – Faith and Order Commission on September 9, 2023
EDUCATIONAL & SPIRITUAL RESOURCES
Further Reading and Reflection
Dialogues with Patriarch Athenagoras
When it first appeared in 1969, this book unleashed shock waves throughout the ecumenical world, creating unprecedented openings in relations between the Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, while provoking reactionary protests among conservatives, especially on Mt. Athos. The book contains a vibrant conversation between Ecumenical Patriarch Athenagoras and the prominent Orthodox historian and philosopher Olivier Clément. Translated by Jeremy Ingpen. Published by and available from Holy Cross Orthodox Press.
The Dialogue Between the Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches
Edited by Christine Chaillot, this book contains key theological contributions by theologians on a schism dating to the fifth century over the Christological expression formulated by the Council of Chalcedon to describe the “two natures in one person” of Christ. In recent years, the unofficial conversations between the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches commenced in 1964, while the official dialogue was established in 1985. Published by and available from Volos Academy for Theological Studies.
Coexistence: Peace, Nature, Poverty, Terrorism, Values
Coexistence is the other side of the coin called dialogue. It is increasingly an essential component of human life on our planet, especially at a time of conflict and division but also of forced immigration and persecution. Its direct opposite is violence, corruption, poverty, and injustice, all of which we are witnessing across the globe but most recently in the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the confrontation between Israel and Hamas. Written by Archbishop Anastasios of Albania, translated by John Chryssavgis, and published by the World Council of Churches.