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Is sufficient? ".. and all other churches..." Based on what? What studies have been prepared? Sounds like you just want to contradict.I disagree. Our current process of the catechumenate as practiced by the OCA, AOCNA, ROCOR and all other churches that routinely receive converts, is sufficient.
Once again, my suggestion is to speak with recent converts and seekers with results grouped from which religious background they are coming. Refine those and tailor a reception approach where needed. My expectation, as I said, is that only 20 per cent might need a tailored approach. In a perfect world. The actual catechumen training would be the same for all, although I suspect that all catechumen training is tailored to some extent.
The goal is to hasten the decision of the seeker by Orthodoxy making its best case in terms that the seeker understands and values. For example a Calvinist seeker would have concerns either more or less similar to a Seventh Day Adventist. Sort it out and be prepared to address those concerns upfront. If they aren't motivated by those expected concerns, then move on. But if they are, then all is ready.
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