Eastern orthodox
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Another term used to describe the One Holy Catholic and [Apostolic] Church - i.e. the [Orthodox] Church.
The Orthodox Churhc was founded by Christ and His Apostles and is the oldest and second largest Church in existance. The majority of its adherants live in Eastern Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
Some of its distinct features include its strong emphasis on Tradition and not adding or subtracting from the Faith and its rich [liturgical] life.
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