Orthodox Talk

Two things:

1) At Orthros yesterday I went up with those in attendance to venerate the Holy Gospels. As a newbie, I'm still trying to understand how this is done reverently. When it came to my turn I crossed myself, kissed it and crossed myself again as I went back to my place.  However, I saw others after kissing it crossing themselves again as they were also bowing their head . . .  not turning their backs to Father, but backing away from him.  (I also saw this after they received the Eucharist - that once they received they backed away from Father, yet still facing him) Is this the proper way, as I didn't mean any disrespect?

2) When venerating icons I am only able to bow. I'm unable to get down on my knees to do a full prostration. Again, I don't mean any disrespect and I hope the Lord understands my limitations. 

Any thoughts?

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