Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States

The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States is composed of 81 priests serving the 60 churches and 37 Coptic communities. More

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The Season of the Church

Holy Great Fast

Mar 8 - Apr 7, 2021
Meshir 29 - Parmoute 15, 1737

Today's Readings

March 5, 2021
Meshir 26, 1737

Since we were wounded by sin, we must treat it with penance. But penance without fast is worthless. Then by fasting justify yourself before God!
St. Basil

Readings During the Holy Great Fast

Journey through the Holy Great Fast
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English Detailed Outline

Holy Great Fast: Sunday Readings Only
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Passionate About His Passion
Meditations on the Holy Great Fast 2

New Heresy Series: Episode 1 - Biblical Responses on False Teachings by His Grace

General Meeting: Spiritual Disciplines (AR) by His Grace

Sunday Divine Liturgy Homily: Food that Endures to Eternal Life by His Grace

Saturday Vespers Homily: How Beloved are Your Dwellings (AR) by His Grace

Holy Bible Study ~ Holy Gospel According to St. Luke 22:47-71 by His Grace

Sermon

Following the Ninevites Repentance

The Significance of Eucharist

Overcoming Fear

Overcoming Suffering

The Fruit of the Spirit: Kindness

Press Release

Priest Ordination - Wesley Chapel, FL

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ST. MARY & ST. MOSES ABBEY

Renovation Project for the St. Mary Family Retreat Building
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Official Publishing Arm of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern US
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Diocese Educational Programs - Board of Education

Asaph Hymns Institute

(AHI) is the first ever online hymnological seminary.
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Family Ministry Program

(FMP) Summer Registration deadline for new students: May 3, 2021
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LEAD Program

A program for learning Christian leadership principles.
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Theological Seminary Program

Program Registration deadline for new students: March 15, 2021
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Theological Seminary Program - Nashville

An Arabic theological program located in Nashville.
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Theological Seminary Boarding Program - Abbey

A 2 year live-in program located at St. Mary and St. Moses Abbey.
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Diocese Programs

Archangel Raphael Ministry (A.R.M.)

A program designed specifically for individuals with special needs.
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H.O.P.E. Social Services

A social services program designed to help those in need.
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Orthodox Christian Campus Ministries

An official campus ministry organization.
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St. Clement Christian Academy

This is a learning community dedicated to meeting the needs of each learner within its walls.
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St. Mark Festival Program

This is a spiritual competition among the Coptic Churches doing the same activity world wide.
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St. Verena Resource Ministry

(SVRM) Professionals networking together to make a difference and provide resources to our Coptic community. To make a request or to volunteer as a consultant.
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