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Sports Leadership Ministry
This course will prepare church leaders and coaches to minister youth through sports and to play for the glory of God. How can the Bible be practically applied to sports and recreational activities? This course will help you guide youth to better understand how to integrate faith and sports in…
Pastoral Theology
Pastoral Theology is typically understood as a course for preparation for the priesthood, but in reality is a course for laity taking on “Pastoral Roles.” A presentation of classical ancient texts such as On the Priesthood by St. John Chrysostom & St. Cyril of Alexandria and On the Pastoral Rule…
Youth Ministry
Youth ministry is an integral part of many of our communities. Young people bring much promise to the future of our church. This course is designed for students who are engaged or preparing for such ministries and want to develop and enhance those skills. Students will be required to learn…
Church Administration
This course is designed to provide participants with a more advanced understanding of administration and its appropriate place in the Church as well as how to become more effective servants. It will allow for the development of skills necessary to establish a foundation for service along in accordance to the…
Ministry of the Sick and Dying
Ministering to Coptic Orthodox parishioners and others who are sick or dying is an essential work of the Church. Jesus Christ Himself commissions us to do this type of visitation to those who are sick. Today many people find themselves in hospitals or palliative care institutions with no one to…
Marriage Preparation
Whether you are married, single and planning to get married, or single wishing to live celibate, understanding God’s design to unite man and woman in marriage is a biblical truth that requires attentive studying and discussion. St. Athanasius states that, “married Christians belong to the righteous life of the whole…
Contemporary Issues
The growth of the Orthodox Church in many western countries while impressive leaves Her facing many new issues which have not been encountered in the past century. The success of the Church is dependent to a large extent on Her ability to face these issues head-on, equipped to defend and…
Ordained Deacon Service
As the Church spread in the land of immigration, the rank of the full Deacon (Diakon) came back to the light. Its revival was mainly for helping in Liturgical services, followed by other extended services in the Church such as serving new immigrants. For this reason the course is designed…