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&nbsp;My background is an Eastern Orthodox country. Eastern Orthodoxy is much stronger than the Catholic church on the dogma that the church saves people. You go to the priest, and the priest imparts your salvation. Orthodox theologians say there isn't such a thing as a personal relationship with God. Religion is considered a state affair, Read more...https://www.christianitytoday.com/pastors/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2025/12/ogimage.png?resize=1200,6281200628