Providing opportunities for spiritual growth for the interjurisdictional Christian Orthodox community since 2023
Based in the Chicago metropolitan area, Orthodoxy Today is rooted in ROCOR. We are a team of three families, all dedicated to active participation in the Christian Orthodox Church. At our core, we are driven by a calling to serve our community. We strive to nurture each other’s faith while creating a space where Orthodox Christians of all ages and backgrounds can grow together, support one another, and make meaningful connections.
As an Orthodox Christian platform, we aim to provide spiritual guidance and nourishment while bringing together followers of Christ across Orthodox jurisdictions.
Our Patron Saint
St. Raphael of Brooklyn embodies the spirit of Orthodox unity and love, a mission that Orthodoxy Today holds close to heart. As the first Eastern Orthodox bishop consecrated in North America, he worked tirelessly to make the Church a welcoming home for Orthodox Christians of all backgrounds. His leadership as bishop of the Russian Orthodox Church in Brooklyn extended beyond any single community, offering spiritual guidance to all who sought it across America.
Rejecting the division of communities along ethnic lines, St. Raphael emphasized the unity of faith. His work paved the way for a unified Orthodox witness in America, inspiring Orthodoxy Today to build a similar space for spiritual growth across jurisdictions. Just as he established places for worship and belonging, we aim to create an environment where Orthodox Christians can deepen their faith together.
Our events, from discussions to social gatherings, reflect St. Raphael’s vision of a connected, vibrant Orthodox community. Inspired by his legacy of inclusivity and his innovative spirit, we use today’s platforms to foster connection and growth, honoring him as our guiding light in uniting Orthodox Christians across North America and beyond.