Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States

The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States is composed of 80 priests serving the 55 churches and 40 Coptic communities. More

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The Season of the Church

Holy Joyous 50 Days

Apr 20 - Jun 7, 2020
Parmoute 12 - Pashons 30, 1736

Today's Readings

May 26, 2020
Pashons 18, 1736

His resurrection is more miraculous than that of the others in this one respect: The others had been raised by the prophets Elijah and Elisha. However, He was raised by none of the prophets, but by His Father in heaven.
Origen c. 248, E

His Grace Bishop Youssef thanks President Trump for this courageous decision.

Trump announces that houses of worship are 'essential,' calls on governors to open them up

Readings During the Joyous 50 Days

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Glorious Feast of the Resurrection Greeting from HG Bishop Youssef, HG Bishop Basil, and HG Bishop Gregory

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Power of Miracles by HG Bishop Gregory

On the Conscience by HG Bishop Gregory

Sermon

Meditation on Psalm 85 - Part 2 (Arabic)

QA - High School | 2020

Press Release

Global Coptic Day: "My Coptic Hero" Video Contest

Sunday School Curriculum Revision Announcement

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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 10, 2020
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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: June 15, 2020
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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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