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Haha, valid points indeed father. The pressure on the priest is great, may the Lord guide you and all of our church leaders. In my own church the youth see our priests as "old school Egyptians" and thus few confess. Without confession they are s…
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I wish I could provide suggestions Father but am looking for answers myself. What I think is lacking in the church is a forum for those who are in sin that is not common in the community (e.g. a teenager who is addicted to heroine) to loosen their…
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At St. Mark in LA the schedule can be found here: http://stmarkla.org/downloads/pascha_schedule_2011.pdf
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Sure, at times confession might not suffice and a person would need professional help (preferably Orthodox). But should the church try to create group counseling programs for different age levels, or anything similar? Or should rehabilitation remain…
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It would provide a place where Copts struggling with the same sin could meet together. It can be difficult to approach abouna alone.
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My question is whether we should have an effort to create these programs. Do they have a place in the church or are the to be left to other secular organizations? Should abouna lead an alcoholics anonymous meeting? That wouldn't cost any money. I do…
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I used to have this problem in high school as well. What I did was discuss the issues with my classmates. I later realized that if they were speaking about perverted things and than noticed I was around the conversation would shift. They would no lo…
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Counseling or some type of similar service concerning drug addiction - to clarify. And yes, the Protestants have all of these programs according to my understanding.
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The site has truly received a blessing by your presence. Bio and going into law - that is a weird combo! I'm sure it will prepare you to dissect arguments (pun intended). Btw you have already contributed to the forum more than I have - your userna…
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I would be interested in similar resources. I have already been acquainted with suscopts.org - it has decent curriculum but no real supplementary material.
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Why do you feel this way? It is not enough to just say that you do. . . Forgive me, I just want you to put your thoughts into words so the reasoning behind your intuition is clear. Researchers say that you can have about seven thoughts about one …
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You can find the full version of St. Cyril's commentary on the Gospel of Luke here: http://www.ccel.org/ccel/pearse/morefathers/files/cyril_on_luke_00_intro.htm
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Explanation by St. Cyril of Alexandria: TO say that the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him, must be taken as referring to His human nature. And examine, I pray you, closely the profoun…
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I appreciate this topic being brought up. It is very important that we remember we are all here to benefit and build each other up in the faith. It is easy to misinterpret an attack on a belief as an attack on the person because the two are closel…
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Sure, Father - but why is it written that God hardened Pharoah's heart. Why involve God? Could not the scriptures have left it at Pharoah hardening his own heart? It must add something to the story...
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[quote author=GODlovesme link=topic=6443.msg134963#msg134963 date=1301684901] [quote author=Unworthy1 link=topic=6443.msg134957#msg134957 date=1301683136] That is interesting that you bring that parable up. In the gospel according to St. Luke the sc…
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That is interesting that you bring that parable up. In the gospel according to St. Luke the scene with the man who is not properly dressed is not found.
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Don't be silly TITL. Most of the posts on this thread were not a defense of the church. It was an attack on the video and the people who made the video. There was little reasoning as to why the video was against Orthodoxy; most of the content was on…
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[quote author=TITL link=topic=6443.msg134715#msg134715 date=1301513955] Unworthy, It is one thing to sin in front of God and another thing to sin in front of God and people. I have said this before, and I'll say it again, it is better for one to sm…
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Although the video and those who created certainly lacked the reverence toward the House of God, it is a reminder of our own sin. Rather, than repeatedly attack their character and persons we should acknowledge that it was improper and explain the r…
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That sounds pretty insane! May the prayers of the saints strengthen you.
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I agree with what you have said, father. This ministry is definitely lacking. Should we be inviting people who have no intention of becoming Orthodox to the liturgy? A part of me feels it is wrong to tell someone to come "try out" the church. Is t…
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I really appreciate this baladoos! Thank you :)
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This is cliche but we must walk through the valley before reaching the mountain. Satan always attacks us with full force as we draw nearer to God. Continue and stay steadfast in your Bible readings and prayers. God will give you strength. When He he…
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To be honest, I am more interested in your thoughts as a convert. What is it specifically about the confusion between the faith and the culture that is causing converts to stumble? Why did you not stumble as a convert yourself?
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Forgive me in advance for I have not read all the posts. There is definitely a lack of enthusiasm on the part of Copts toward new believers and non-believers. In my own church there are two white people who converted and one black guy. I don't thi…
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The miracle of my tithing is simple, yet profound: I have never been in need of money. I do not work, yet have been going to a four year university completely free and have been receiving scholarships. I donate and do not save up money. God always p…
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Unless one has homeless people in mind, with no possessions or money whatsoever, everyone has something to give. Putting aside the homeless, who literally cannot tithe, it is without a doubt an imperative that those who have money MUST give it - no …
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Sure there should be an inherent respect for the priest, dzheremi. But that respect can only go so far. A priest's knowledge is not the only way the congregation will benefit from him, but it is no doubt important. Theology is the language of God. I…
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[quote author=geomike link=topic=11034.msg133387#msg133387 date=1300577521] This should be addressed because your abouna most likely knows more about the bible than all your congregation combined, so i don't see why people would make fun of him. [/q…