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Please promote with this note:   I was just in Volos in January of this year for the 2nd mega conference of the International Orthodox Theological Society (IOTA); the Volos Academy for Theological Studies, the bishop, Metropolitan Ignatios, and the city were remarkable hosts for over 400 scholars from many countries.  — Fr. Harry Read More [...]

September 15, 2023 What's New This Week Consider and discuss how you would complete the sentence, "A good marriage is..." Then, discuss your impressions of this characterization and what the practice of forgiveness looks like in your marriage...continue reading. The Church lifts up the Cross of Christ as Her victory, vehicle of salvation, and even [...]

2023 AUGUST NEWSLETTER So, so close, yet so far... Over and over again, people anxiously asked when is the new facility opening? The answer to that query is that it all depends on when we secure the necessary financing to complete the project. Regrettably, the last 4 months construction has been dramatically scaled back to keep pace with the [...]

August 18, 2023 What's New This Week Your feedback is very important for our ministry! We need your help in responding to two very easy questions. TAKE 2 QUESTION SURVEY HERE. What do the experiences of African American slaves have in common with those of people with disabilities and their families? Listen to find out [...]

Tues Aug 15, 2023 | Blessed Feast of the Dormition! This week... Fr. John Njoroge on coming together as an international Orthodox community and Fr. Harry Pappas on the centrality of gratitude and forgiveness to the Christian life. You can follow our videos by subscribing to our YouTube channel.  IOTA & Orthodoxy in Africa ~ Rev. Dr. John Njoroge "IOTA has created that space... [...]

July 14, 2023 What's New This Week It's time to Soak Up the Son! This week we learn about what happened when God created the air and sea creatures! To download the full family activity guide click here. Dr. Sofie Azmy, clinical psychologist and clergy wife, offers suggestions for reframing our parenting role and relationship [...]

Summer 2023 Visit our Website Dear Friends and Colleagues, Happy Summer! As we find ourselves in the midst of this beautiful season, I pray that all has been well, and the summer months provide ample time for rest and relaxation. The Department has been extremely busy in its ecumenical endeavors! Of note, the 101st meeting of [...]