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 Great Fast

Feb 24-Apr 10, 2020
Meshir 16-Parmoute 2, 1736

Today's Readings

February 24, 2020
Meshir 16, 1736

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!
Doxology of Our Lord's Entry into the Temple

Readings

Introduction to the Readings of the Coptic New Year
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Coptic New Year Program
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Sermon

Love ~ 2020

Predestination

Enlightenment

Finding Joy

The True Bridegroom

Testifying for the Truth

Distinguish Between the Holy & the Lawful

The Epiphany Feast - 2020

The Purpose of Baptism (Arabic)

Spiritual Circumcision - Sermon & QA

Glorious Nativity Feast ~ 2020 (Arabic)

Accepting One Another

Press Release

Priest Ordination - New Port Richey, FL

Priest Ordination - Augusta, GA

Sunday School Curriculum Revision Announcement

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STM Abbey Press

Official Publishing Arm of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern US
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St. Moses Bookstore

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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: March 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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