Category: Social

What is your suggestion if someone, a really close friend, is on and off in his relation with me to a point that is really confusing me?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: The best thing in this situation is to talk openly to this person and ask exactly what is going on and why the change of mood every now and then. It is good to be friends with everyone and to try to keep a friendship; but if this friendship is not …

Is there anything wrong with having different types of hairstyles, because, for example, in Leviticus 19:27, it says, “You shall not shave the sides of your head…”?

His Grace Bishop Moussa: The problem is not with the hairstyle, but with the essence of the person inside. When you cut your hair, what are you thinking about? Who are you trying to imitate? If you want to be different or distinguished, be different in your personality, your success, your achievements. The way you …

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 from the time of Sodom where apparent homosexual activity among men was widespread in this city. The Old Testament considers homosexuality a sin deserving capital punishment. “If a man lies with a male as he …

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 everything else in life there is a time and a season for everything. Kissing a guy who is not your husband is definitely wrong no matter how good it felt. Since you felt good this …

What is the churches view on karate as a sport or hobby? Can I join a club that might even have an evil dragon sign knowing that I do not care about their philosophy/religion?

His Grace Bishop Youssef:  It is commendable that you are concerned about the choices you have before you. Prayer and asking for spiritual advice is the right track to follow. As a rule, any activity that compromises or diverts you from your spiritual path is not worth traveling. Involvement in sports is generally a good …