In this reflection, Bishop Irenei continues his teaching on the Anathemas of the Rite of Orthodoxy, explaining why grace, the Holy Fathers, and sacred icons cannot be separated from the life of the Church. These anathemas are not curses, but pastoral boundaries that safeguard the Church’s confession of Christ and the integrity of the faith. 0:00 – Introduction to the Anathemas (Part 4) 1:57 – Anathema 9: The sacraments belong to the Church 8:00 – Anathema 10: The Fathers cannot be read outside the Church 11:17 – Anathema 11: Why the Church defends holy icons 15:16 – Final exhortation and blessing 📲 Access More Orthodox Content: Patristic Nectar App: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/patristic-nectar/id6502949324 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/search?q=patristic+nectar+app&c=apps Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VKxdB2ZCzk8evUA4V7tku?si=b679feac4ab34d63 🙏 Support Our Ministry: Make a Donation: *Text “PNP” to 53555 to make a tax-deductible donation.* Merchandise: https://patristic-nectar.mybigcommerce.com #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchFathers #ChristianFaith #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndWorks #Theology #EasternOrthodoxy #Catechesis #ChristianTradition #GospelTruth #ChristianDoctrine #OrthodoxTeaching #DivineWisdom #ChristianLiving #NoOtherGods #FatherJosiahTrenham #PatristicNectar