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Divine Service (Eastern Orthodoxy)

Divine service is like going to a special party with all your friends and family, but instead of playing games and eating cake, you are going to church to worship God. In the Eastern Orthodox Church, divine service is a way to honor God and show your love for Him.

During divine service, there are lots of prayers, singing, and special things called incense and holy water. The priests wear fancy robes and do special things like lighting candles and swinging the incense. This helps everyone feel like they are in a very special place and being very close to God.

People also stand, sit, and even kneel at different times during the divine service. This is a way of showing respect and humility towards God. And just like at a party, there are certain times when people can talk to each other and certain times when they need to be quiet and pay attention.

Divine service is a way for everyone to come together and show their love and respect for God. It's a very special time that makes people feel happy and peaceful.