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

The Nativity Fast

Nov 25,2020 - Jan 6, 2021
Hathor 16 - Koiahk 28, 1737

Today's Readings

December 1, 2020
Hathor 22, 1737

How, then, was He manifested to the world? A star shone forth in heaven above all the other stars. The light from this star was inexpressible, and its uniqueness struck men with astonishment.
Ignatius (c. 105, E), 1.57

Readings

Introduction to the Readings of the Coptic New Year
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Coptic New Year Program
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Priest Ordination-Fr. Elisha Soliman and Elevation-Fr. Eleia Eskander by His Grace

St. Mina Feast Revival: Humility Found in Saints by HG Bishop Peter

Sunday Divine Liturgy Homily by HG Bishop David

Vespers Homily: It Is I, Do Not Be Afraid by Bishop Gregory

Saturday Divine Liturgy Homily by HG Bishop Saraphim

Sermon

The Sacrament of Confession ~ Lecture & QA Session (Arabic)

Life of Discipleship

Living by the Word of God (English & Arabic)

Leading In Humbleness

Self Honesty ~ Lecture & QA

Press Release

ST. MARY & ST. MOSES ABBEY

Renovation Project for the St. Mary Family Retreat Building
English | Arabic

Priest Elevation and Ordination - Atlanta, GA

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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) Spring Registration deadline for new students: Jan 5, 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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