WITNESS (MARTYRIA )

“For you will be His witness to all men of what you have seen and heard.” Acts 22:15

Man is both a spiritual and physical being. Unfortunately this spiritual reality is not always expressed in the material world. In order to be true to oneself and to the Orthodox Christian Faith, young people should strive to exemplify the teaching of the Church. We are witnessing our faith when we live as Christ taught us to live, letting Christ shine in all that we do to those around us. This is the true meaning of witness.

Young adults experience W ITNESS by:

• Learning about Christ’s teachings and living them.
• Learning about the Saints’ great witness to the faith and imitating their example.
• Finding answers to questions they or others have about the faith.
• Making newcomers feel welcome.
• Inviting a non-Orthodox friend to a Church service or young adult event.
• Making the sign of the Cross before every meal—no matter where they are.
• Supporting and participating in mission work locally and abroad.
• Teaching children about the faith.
• Maintaining Christian integrity in all areas of their lives.
• Letting Christ’s love shine in all they do.