Classes & Bible Studies

Classes in ScottsdaleAssumption Orthodox Church: Scottsdale AZ

Bible Study- Starting September 19th
The Bible is a weapon with which Christians arm themselves to live daily in Christ. Every Orthodox Christian should at the very least be reading the Bible on a daily basis and reflecting on its meaning in our lives.

Bible Study is every Tuesday at 10:00 AM. The study draws from Patristic commentaries and the liturgical tradition of the Church. Each study involves life application of biblical principles for edification and growth in the spiritual life. Outlines of the studies are available at www.assumptionaz.org/Bible.htm

STUDIES IN ORTHODOXY
Seminars for Orthodox Christians & Inquirers

Studies in Orthodoxy is a series of seminars on the Orthodox faith for Orthodox Christians and inquirers who are interested in learning about the faith and teachings of the Orthodox Church. Each class takes place on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM and concludes by 8:30 PM.

Fall Schedule 2006

October 3 ……….. The Spiritual Life & the Five Senses (Fr. Andrew)
This class will explore the relationship between the five senses and spiritual growth.

October 10 ……… The Teachings of the Faith (Dr. John Nixon)
This class will compare and contrast Orthodox Theological principles with Roman Catholic and Protestant Traditions.

October 17 …… The Divine Liturgy Explained (Fr. Andrew)
An overview and explanation of the main points of the Liturgy, this class is must for all Orthodox Christians.

October 24 - On the Sacrament of Baptism & Chrismation (Fr. Andrew)
An explanation of the baptismal rite and its impact in the life of an Orthodox Christian.

November 7 ….. On the First Six Feasts of the Liturgical Year (Dr. David Jasmer)
This class will present the first six major feast days of the Church Year.

November 14……….. Saints, Church Fathers, Spiritual Mothers (Fr. Andrew)
An overview of what makes a saint, the importance of Church Fathers and the witness of Spiritual Mothers.

November 21 ….. Iconography as Theology (Ed Weiss)
This class will be a tour of the Church icons and Byzantine Architecture

November 28 ….. . On The Sacrament of Marriage (Fr. Andrew)
This class provides an overview of the sacrament of marriage

Classes in Paradise Valley St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church

Teacher: Rev. Chris Salamy M.Div.

Adult Bible Study Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 p.m.

Do you want a better grasp of your faith? Do you feel incapable of teaching Orthodoxy to others? Were you “born” Orthodox and feel like sometimes you just go through the motions? Do you have a desire for a knowledgeable response to others’ criticism? If your answer is YES to any of these questions then the Intro toOrthodoxy Class is for YOU! Come learn your Faith. For more information please call St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church at (602) 953-1921.

Classes in Mesa St. Ignatius Orthodox Mission

Mormonism and Orthodoxy Class Announced

Beginning Wednesday September 20 we will be offering a 7-week course at St. Ignatius on Mormonism and Orthodoxy. The ultimate goal of the course is to come to personally know and understand what we believe about God the Father, Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, Man, the Priesthood, Baptism and Salvation. But we also want to cover these topics from what the Mormons falsely teach in each of these areas.

Class Schedule: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, November 1 and 8. Class meets Wednesday nights following Daily Vespers at 6:30 p.m

Marriage Check Up Coming in November!

Beginning Wednesday November 15 all married couples are invited and encouraged to participate in a 4 week course aimed at increasing marital health and happiness. What could be better? Each participant gets a workbook and each couple receives a book to read together. There will be a nominal fee for this class. Wednesday nights following Daily Vespers at 6:30 p.m. November 15, 29 December 6, and 13.

Classes in Tempe , AZ - St John the Evangelist Mission

Adult Education - Inquirers, Catechumens and Adults who want to deepen their faith

Underway in September, we will be exploring the Articles of Faith as exoressed in the Nicene Creed and how they inform all aspects of our life - in the Church and in the world. Each topic will be discussed from the point of view that we can neither settle for an eclectic understanding of Christianity nor a shallow adherence to Orthodox dogma. The goal of the course is to come to personally know the five central themes of the Creed:

1. God the Father who created the world through the Son

2. Divinity of the Son, the Word, who was Incarnate for our salvation

3. Divinity of Holy Spirit – God is One in three persons

4. Church and sacraments, which starts with Baptism

5. Resurrection of the dead and future life

From there the class will examine catechetical works such as 'The Living God', 'The Faith of the Saints', and others; finding themes that enlighten our understanding of how everything in life begins with Faith, a Faith that leads to the personal experience of God through salvation.

Class Schedule: Sundays, following Divine Liturgy and the Agape Meal

for times and location: www.stjohnaz.org

Classes in Peoria, Arizona St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church in Peoria offers a Bible Study, please contact the Church office for more information

Classes in Flagstaff, ArizonaGreek Orthodox Mission in Northern Arizona

WHERE: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church - 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001