Why We Need a Spiritual Father to Lead Our Prayer Routine #orthodox #spiritualfather #orthodoxchurch

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Shared August 21, 2026

When we have a rule of prayer, (a.k.a. a prayer routine), it is important to have a spiritual father to guide us in our endeavors. Stemming from monasticism, the obedience we have to our priest is similar to the obedience a monk would have to their abbot. This obedience teaches us humility, and the guidance we receive allows us to grow in our faith.