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What is the church’s viewpoint concerning homosexuals and homosexuality?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: Homosexuality is a sin condemned by God in the Old and New Testaments. Homosexuality was condemned …

What is the purpose of “hymns and spiritual songs”? Why is it an important part of our spiritual life?

His Grace Bishop Youssef:  The Holy Bible teaches us that in singing hymns we are imitating our Lord Jesus Christ, …

Why do we kiss a priest’s hand?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: We kiss the hands of bishops and priests because in the context of the Divine Liturgy, …

Is it sinful for a female to kiss a male even if it feels good, satisfying and would be considered by me as a sign of affection and not sex?

His Grace Bishop Youssef:  If kissing did not feel good no one would have the desire to do it. Like …