ST. MARY S PARISH 4320 E. 14 Mile Road Warren, Michigan
|
|
- Leslie Harrington
- 6 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 HOLY APOSTOLIC CATHOLIC ASSYRIAN CHURCH OF THE EAST ST. MARY S PARISH 4320 E. 14 Mile Road Warren, Michigan ISSUE 6 MARCH 2008 Holy Liturgy Qurbana Schedule 2 St. Mary s Events 2 St. Mary s Memories 2 Executive Committee Message 3 Bible Verses 3 Propers Appointed for Qurbana 4 John Nestorius 5 6 A Message from Father Benjamin 7 A Message from Father Lawrance 8 9 Bible Verses 9 Easter Trivia 10 Monthly Contribution 11 CLERGY Rev. Fr. Benjamin Benjamin Rev. Fr. Lawrance Namato Rev. Deacon Rowel Shimon Rev. Deacon Gewargis Somo Rev. Deacon Fraidon Mirza Rev. Deacon Sargon Rihana Rev. Deacon Amir Brekha Rev. Deacon Maurice Toma Sub-Deacon Dani David EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Yousif Odisho.. President Youil Ishmail..... Vice President Linda W. Warda Secretary Nariman Kako Treasurer Anwiya Mikhail. Member Dr. Oraham Yacoub. Member Ibrahim Mirza... Member John Somo..... Member Sabah Yokhana. Member Tom Tamou... Member William Moshe Member Hanah Daniel... Member Parish Website: Address: info@saintmarysdetroit.org Parish Office. (586) Parish Fax. (586) Parish Priest Phone (586) Qasha Benjamin.. (586) Qasha Lawrance. (734)
2 HOLY LITURGY (QURBANA) SCHEDULE Sunday Holy Qurbana 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Assyrian 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Assyrian & English Evening Prayer Everyday 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. ST. MARY S EVENTS St. Mary s Youth Tutoring Program is held every Saturday 11:00am 2:00pm in the basement of St. Mary s. All students K-12 and college students are welcome to attend! SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Every Friday, St. Mary s community visitation is between the hours of 4:00pm 10:00 p.m. ST. MARY S MEMORIES 2007 Pre- Consecration of St. Mary s
3 A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE We would like to take this opportunity to introduce the St. Mary s Executive Committee. Newly appointed, Yousif Odisho will be serving as the President of the Committee. For the past four years, Yousif has served as both a trustee and most recently as the Treasurer of the Church. We anticipate that Yousif will lead the Executive Committee while meeting the needs of the Church and community. Youel Ishmail will be serving as the Vice-President of the committee and will be committed to the role of assisting the President. As well, we would like to offer a warm welcome to Nariman Kako who will be assuming the Treasurer position. Nariman brings both the expertise and insight into the Church with her professional financial experience. Linda Warda will resume her duties as the Secretary and has also been serving in this capacity for the last five years. Additionally, the Executive Committee was elated to welcome Hanah Daniel to the committee who has in the past served as a Trustee. As a renewal to their commitment, we also wanted to thank the Trustees who will continue to assume their contributions to the committee including Dr. Oraham Yacoub, Tom Tamou, Anwiya Mikhail, John Somo, William Moshe, Sabah Yokhana and Ibrahim Mirza. The Executive Committee will continue to work closely with both Father Benjamin and Father Lawrance. May God Bless the continued fruitful work of the Executive Committee. John 6:35 Jesus said to them, I am the bread of life; he who comes to me shall never hunger; and he who believes in me shall never thirst. John 8:12 Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, I am the light of the world; he who follows me shall not walk in darkness, but he shall find for himself the light of life. John 10:9 I am the door; if any man enter by me, he shall live and he shall come in and go out and find pasture. John 10:11 I am the good shepherd; a good shepherd risks his life for the sake of his sheep. Psalm 116:5 Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; yea, our God is merciful. Daniel 2:20 "Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are His
4 Propers Appointed for Qurbana Date Lection 1 Lection 2 Apostle Gospel 4/1/2008 Assyrian New Year 4/6/2008 4/7/2008 4/13/2008 4/18/2008 4/20/2008 4/24/2008 4/27/2008 4/29/2008 Third Sunday of Resurrection and Commemoration of Mar Youkhanan Noukhreta Commemoration of Rabban Hurmizd Fourth Sunday of Resurrection Commemoration of Mar Sargis & Mar Bacus Fifth Sunday of Resurrection and Commemoration of Mar Addi the Apostle Commemoration of Mar Gewargis the Martyr Sixth Sunday of Resurrection Commemoration of Shmuni and her Sons Isaiah 56:1-7 Isaiah 41:8-16 Acts 5:34- end Acts 18:19-19:20 Isaiah 49:13-23 Acts 8:14-25 Isaiah 41:8-16 Acts 18:19-19:20 Isaiah 49:7-13 Acts 9:1-19 Isaiah 41:8-16 Isaiah 51:9-11; 52:7-12 Daniel 6:6-end Acts 18:19-19:20 Acts 10:1-16 Acts 6:8-7:2a, 51-8:3 Ephesians 1: Corinthians 10:4-end Ephesians 1:15-2:5 2 Corinthians 10:4-end Hebrews 10: Corinthians 10:4-end Ephesians 2:4- end Hebrews 11:3-10, 32-12:2 John 14:1-14 Matthew 10:37-end; 19:27-end John 16:16- end Matthew 10:37-end; 19:27-end John 21:1-14 Matthew 10:37-end; 19:27-end John 17 Matthew 10:16-33 March 2008 : Save the Date 3/21/2008 Eve of Passion Friday - Good Friday (Roota d Khasha) 3/22/2008 The Eve of the Great Sunday of the Resurrection of our Lord - Holy Easter. Evening Vespers (Sha-har-ta) starts at 9:00 PM -11:00PM Holy Liturgy (Qurbana) starts at 11:00 PM 1:00 AM 3/23/2008 The order of celebration for the Peace of the Resurrection - Holy Easter (E eda d Qyamta) Qurbana starts at 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 3/24/2008 Monday of the Robber (Crucified with Our Lord) (GAYASA)
5 John Nestorius (d. 451 A.D.) ܪ ܝ One of the three Greek Fathers of the Church of the East, Nestorius has come, to be considered as one of the most prominent Fathers. However, we should never forget the fact that Nestorius came from Antioch and worked in Constantinople as their Patriarch and he had nothing to do with our Church. He did not know our ecclesiastical language. Still the faith for which he became a martyr was defended and confessed by the Church of the East and it is our duty to remember this great man who suffered a lot due to the enmity of the jealous bishop of Alexandria. Nestorius was a native of Germanicia, a city in Syria, at the foot of mount Taurus. He was brought up and educated at Antioch. So, in lineage and tradition, he was an Antiochene. He became a monk at the monastery of Euphrepius, near Antioch, and was famous for his eloquence as a preacher, and according to some, for the austerity of his life. His reputation reached far beyond the Antiochene Patriarchate. When the Patriarchate in Constantinople became vacant in December 427, Emperor Theodosius appointed Nestorius whom the people thought to be a second Chrysostom from Antioch because of his orthodoxy, erudition and eloquence. The Emperor states: "Him I sent for and took by causing sorrow to his whole city and I brought him hither for your advantage." At the time of his consecration as the Patriarch of Constantinople on 10th April 428, Nestorius addressed the Emperor in the following famous words: "Give me, my prince, the earth purged of heretics, I will give you heaven as a recompense. Assist me in destroying heretics, and I will assist you in vanquishing the Persians." The fashion of his day was to crush the heretics for the preservation of faith. As an inheritor of the theology of Theodore of Mopsuestia and Diodore of Tarsus, Nestorius could not keep quiet and allow the continuance of the condemned heresies such as Arianism and Apollinarianism. While taking severe steps against the heretics, he also took great care to instruct his people in the orthodox doctrines of the Church. The over-enthusiasm of Nestorius in overthrowing the heretics created many enemies who worked against him at the time of the Council of Ephesus in 431 A.D. As far as Nestorius was concerned he was doing his duty. In the unfortunate controversy over the term Theotokos, Mother of God, Nestorius was attacked by Cyril of Alexandria. Finally Nestorius became the victim. He did
6 not accept the verdict of the Council of Cyril. Still he returned from his bishopric and went to his monastery in Antioch from where he was banished in 435 by Emperor Theodosius II. His death probably took place in 451 in the desert. Before his death he wrote the famous book Bazaar of Heracleides, which was brought to the attention of the western world in the last decade of the last century. There were many causes for the downfall of Nestorius. One was the enmity with the Pope due to Nestorius apparent protection of the Pelagians. Another was the jealousy of Cyril of Alexandria against the growing influence of the See of Constantinople. Last but not the least, his disfavor with the ladies of the Court proved to be rather fateful. Though he had the support of Emperor Theodosius II at the early part of the controversy, he could not get any support from the royal ladies. Some scholars hold that Nestorius is not a systematic thinker. A corrective to their notion is given by an English theologian, Leonard Hodgson : Nestorius has been called a confused thinker, but careful study of the Bazaar of Heracleides makes it clear that whatever he was, he was certainly not that. It is a pity that most of the Churches misunderstood his theology. Nestorius was forsaken by his people and he died in exile. However, his arguments have prevailed. He advised against the use of the title Mother of God and taught that Virgin Mary was Mother of Christ, who was both God and man. Since the Reformation, the Protestant Churches have begun to use the title for which Nestorius fought a good fight. The title for which Cyril of Alexandria created all the confusion in the 5th century has somehow disappeared from the prayer books of millions of Protestant Christians. The greatness of Nestorius was evident from his decision to withdraw voluntarily from the Church activities. As his last words show, he never wanted to work for his own glory, but for God s: "My dearest desire is that God should be blessed in heaven and upon earth. As for Nestorius let him remain anathema. God grant that while cursing me men may reconcile themselves with Him." In spite of all the evils done to him, he wrote the last paragraph of his biography as follows: "Rejoice for me, O desert, my beloved and my foster-parent and the home of my habitation, and my mother the land of my exile, who even after my death will guard my body into the resurrection by the will of God. Amen."
7 3 ( ܐ ܕܝ ܒ ܕ ܐ ) ܕ ܐ ܐ ܗ ܕ ܐ ܬ ܐ ܘ ܒ ܐ ܐ ܐ ܐ ܕܐ ܕ ܡ ܝܗ ܘܐ ܕ ܐ ܘܬ ܓ ܐ ܓ ܐ ܐ ܢ ܓ ܒ ܐ. ܘ ܕ ܐ ܕܬ ܐ ܢ ܒ ܐ ܒ ܐ ܓ ܒ ܐ ܐ. ܓ ܗ ܕ ܒ ܐ ܒ ܪ ܬ ܐ ܗ ܕ ܐ ܐ ܕ ܐ ܒ ܐ ܐ ܐ ܐ ܕ ܘܒ ܐ ܐ ܬ ܐ ܐ ܘܒ ܓ ܕܬ ܕ ܣ ܐ ܒ ܐ ܐ ܢ ܘ ܘ ܥ ܐ. ܐ ܘ ܢ ܒ ܐ ܕ ܕ ܒ ܥ ܐ ܒ ܬ ܗ " ܐ ܕܕ ܐ ܬ ܕ ܒ ܗ ܕ ܐ ܒ ܐ. ܕ ܐ ܒ ܒ ܕܒ ܒ ܗ ܕ ܐ ܐܘ ܦ ܐ ܐ ܪ ܚ ". ( ܪܗܘ ܐ -4 (6 ܐ ܬ ܒ ܒ ܒ ܐ ܕ New at St Mary s.. Second Qurbana (Liturgy) Every 12:00 Noon Celebrated in Assyrian & English
8 A Message from Father Lawrance My brothers and sisters in Christ, on Sunday, March 23 rd 2008 we will celebrate a great truth of our faith that Jesus Christ is truly Risen. He is Risen indeed from the dead and has loosened the pain and shackles of insatiable death. He has also raised up those who had fallen into corruption. On this gladsome feast let everyone, who has been deemed worthy to be baptized with Him into the great victory over Sheol cry out and say, You are Holy, O God; You are Holy, O Mighty One; You are Holy, O Immortal One. For You conquered sin and death and what You restored to humanity is eternal life itself. Also on this most solemn feast, we are reminded of the promise given to us by our God in the words of the prophet Ezekiel, I will give you a new heart and place a new spirit within you, taking from your bodies your stony hearts and giving you natural hearts. I will put my spirit within you and make you live by my statutes (Ezekiel 11:19-20). By our Baptism these words from Ezekiel are fulfilled and we receive a new heart and a new spirit, the Holy Spirit promised by Jesus. Baptism is no longer just a cleansing or purification. Baptism is becoming a new creation in Jesus Christ. Baptism is entering into the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and sharing in it. St. Paul, in his letter to the Romans, explains this difficult concept by saying, Are you unaware that we who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? (Romans 6:3). We are given new hearts and they are Christ's! That is the wonder that happens in baptism. That is what St. Paul tells us that we have died with Christ, we shall also live with him, and that life with him begins at the moment of our baptism.
9 We are living in Christ. St. Paul tells us in his epistle to Galatians, It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me (Galatians 2:20). My brothers and sisters, do you truly believe in your hearts that it is no longer you who live but it is Christ who lives in you, it is Christ who you become? That is the pride of every Christian that we truly become the beloved sons and daughters of God. My brothers and sisters in Christ, in this Holy Feast of Resurrection, I pray that we will come to discover our true pride as sons and daughters of the Father, who is also the Father of Jesus Christ. Jesus says to Mary Magdalene, I am going to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God (John 20:17). He speaks those words to each one of us. I will give you a new heart and place a new spirit within you, taking from your bodies your stony hearts and giving you natural hearts. I will put my spirit within you You shall be my people, and I will be your God. (Ezekial 11:19-20). Come, let our lips be moved with thanksgiving, for Christ, the Savior of all, is Risen, and behold, He has sat down at the right hand of the Father on high. Let us together glorify Him and say, You are Holy, You are Holy, You are Holy, O Lord of all. Hallelujah! John 10:9 I am the door; if any man enter by me, he shall live and he shall come in and go out and find pasture. John 8:12 Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, I am the light of the world; he who follows me shall not walk in darkness, but he shall find for himself the light of life.
10 (Barakhta d E-eda d Qyamta) Monday 6:00 PM Refreshments & Desserts in the Basement of St. Mary s Please join us with your family and friends in the blessing of Easter EASTER TRIVIA Easter is the sacred celebration of Christ's resurrection from the dead. It is the oldest and holiest Christian festival, the climax and center of the liturgical year, and the holy day to which all other holy days point. Even denominations that do not strictly follow a liturgical calendar commemorate Easter with tremendous joy and thanksgiving. WHAT ARE THE ORIGINS OF THE EASTER EGG? In many ancient cultures, eggs were a common symbol new life and immortality. In medieval times, Christians adapted the egg to their own religious devotions by giving up the eating of eggs during the Fast season and resuming it after Easter. Eggs came to represent the Lord's resurrection -- just as Christ broke out of the tomb on Easter morning, the yolk of the egg breaks out of its shell when cracked. The decoration of eggs for Easter is part of the folk traditions of many cultures.
11 Monthly Contribution Faith or Hate By Youil Bet Ourro We came to America to escape hate, discrimination, injustices, suffering, and rejection from the old country. We however, kept our faith as Christians and our nationality as Assyrians. Didn t you think we came here to be better people? What is it that we bring with us, faith or hate? If we bring our faith, we should obey the teaching of our Lord Jesus Christ. Conversely, we may also bring our anger, bitterness, fear or hate. The road of faith however, will lead us to hope, comfort, peace, and the joy of life. If we chose the road of anger, bitterness, jealousy, revenge and when we do we pay a terrible price. Reacting in an unspiritual, ungodly way, never solves anything. It may make the situation worse, not only do we poison ourselves, but we end up poisoning our relationships with our friends, family and God. Instead of reacting with anger we should practice and teach our children the power of prayer and making contributions in the church. Instead of spending time in idle, time should be spent volunteering and visiting our elder Assyrians at nursing homes and at the hospital. Instead of planting a thorn, we should plant flowers of peace and love. So when we face God, we won t have a cloud hovering over us. Advertise With Us Stop by the treasurer s office to get Ad Specs and Guidelines
12 Assyrian Church of the East NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION St. Mary s Parish U.S. POSTAGE PAID 4320 E. 14 Mile Road STERLING HEIGHTS, MI Warren, Michigan PERMIT # 195 POST TO:
ST. MARY S PARISH. Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East E. 14 Mile Road Warren, Michigan
Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East ST. MARY S PARISH 4320 E. 14 Mile Road Warren, Michigan ISSUE 10 JULY 2008 Schedules 2 Upcoming Events 3 Church Support Pgms 4 August Calendar 5 Youth
More informationTHE EAST HOLY. Dave G. David.. President. Treasurer Linda W. Wardaa. Yousif Odisho... Secretary Sabah Yokhana. Member Member Tom. Tamou...
HOLY APOSTOLIC CATHOLIC ASSYRIAN CHURCH OF THE EAST ST. MARY S PARISH 4320 E. 14 Mile Road CLERGY Rev. Fr. Benjamin Benjaminn Rev. Deacon Lawrence Namato Rev. Deacon Rowel Shimon Rev. Deacon Gewargis Somo
More informationTHE EAST HOLY. Rev. Fr. Lawrance. Namato. Brekha. Rev. Deacon Amir. Odisho... Treasurer Secretary. Yousif. Member Member. Ibrahim. William Moshe...
HOLY APOSTOLIC CATHOLIC ASSYRIAN CHURCH OF THE EAST ST. MARY S PARISH 4320 E. 14 Mile Road Warren, Michigan ISSUE 5 FEBRUARY 2008 Holy Liturgy Qurbana Schedule 2 St. Mary s Events 2 St. Mary s Memories
More information(First Lesson) (Introduction to the Alphabet)
ܗܪ ܕ (First Lesson) (Introduction to the Alphabet) ܐ. ܐ (ab-gad) We shall begin by introducing the first four letters of the Syriac Alphabet which in Syriac-Aramaic is called abgad and is also the name
More informationNESTORIAN THEOLOGY. 1) Theological Background
1) Theological Background NESTORIAN THEOLOGY a) The Christological question which formed the background to the Nestorian controversy: How are divinity and humanity joined together and related to each other
More informationMahragan El-Keraza 2017 NYNE Regional Level Grades 9-12 THE COPTIC ORTHODOX DIOCESE OF NEW YORK AND NEW ENGLAND MAHRAGAN EL-KERAZA 2017
THE COPTIC ORTHODOX DIOCESE OF NEW YORK AND NEW ENGLAND MAHRAGAN EL-KERAZA 2017 Regional Level Grades 9-12 Name: Church: ID: ID: Page 1 of 20 DIRECTIONS: Please read ALL directions given before answering
More informationLENTEN GUIDE 2019 The Sacrament of Holy Confession This Lenten Guide
LENTEN GUIDE 2019 Great Lent begins on March 11 and is followed by Holy Week, leading us to Pascha, Easter Sunday, April 28, 2019. We will greet the holy season of Great Lent with joy and enthusiasm and
More informationKNOW YOUR CHURCH HISTORY (6) The Imperial Church (AD ) Councils
KNOW YOUR CHURCH HISTORY (6) The Imperial Church (AD313-476) Councils A. Introduction 1. The Imperial Church was the period of church history between these two significant events: The Edict of Milan in
More informationWho is Macedonius? He is known as the ENEMY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT He was a follower of Arius and because of that the Arians managed to make him Bishop of
Ecclesiastical History Part 3 By Sub-deacon: Bishoy Ibrahim Ecumenical Council of fc Constantinople ti Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Who is Macedonius? He is known as the
More informationSecond Readings From The New Testament
Second Readings From The New Testament From the Lectionary for Mass, no. 1014; and supplemental NT readings* Romans 5:1-5* Faith, Hope, and Love.... 58 Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood,
More informationThe First Marian Dogma: Mother of God. Issue: What is the Church s teaching concerning Mary s divine maternity?
The First Marian Dogma: Mother of God ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH + FAITH FACT + DECEMBER 2012 The incarnation is indeed a profound mystery as we celebrate Christmas, we must ponder this great mystery of
More informationFIRST COUNCIL OF EPHESUS
FIRST COUNCIL OF EPHESUS Spring 431 A. T. Jones, Ecclesiastical Empire, Chapter 9!1 !2 !3 BACKGROUND Roman Emperor Theodosius (379 395) made his empire Roman Catholic by decree and also by harsh repression,
More informationA Morning Offering. A Liturgy For First Rising
A Morning Offering A Liturgy For First Rising When you first wake up, let your first thought and action be to say good morning to God and offer your day and your self to him. You may wish to make the sign
More informationChurch History I Age of Unification
IV. CHRISTOLOGICAL CONTROVERSIES A. Arianism 1. Basic issue was the nature of the Godhead 2. Sometimes called the Trinitarian controversy 3. Lasted for several centuries 4. Named for Arius (250-336), a
More informationMAHRAGAN AL KERAZA th & 5 th Grade Study Guide You also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit: This is a study guide for the Age 4 th & 5 th Grade The study guide is here to help you understand the format of the questions. The study guide
More informationAll Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Copyright 2000; 2001 by Crossway
All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Copyright 2000; 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission.
More informationWho is Pelagius? Pelagius was born in 405 A.D. at Britannia (i.e. England/ Great Britain) He was ordained a monk but fell into heresy which affected R
Ecclesiastical History Part 4 By Sub-deacon: Bishoy Ibrahim Ecumenical Council of fe Ephesus Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Who is Pelagius? Pelagius was born in 405 A.D. at
More informationThe Council of Nicea
The Council of Nicea Called in the year 325 AD by the Roman Emperor Constantine. 318 Bishops attended. Coptic Patriarch Alexandros, who was joined by Deacon Athanasius. Four major orders of business 1)
More informationYEAR B 2014/2015 Easter
YEAR B 2014/2015 Easter This Church Year Calendar, Propers and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006). Scripture references are from the
More informationThe Burial of the Dead: Rite Two
The Burial of the Dead: Rite Two All stand while one or more of the following anthems are sung or said. A hymn, psalm, or some other suitable anthem may be sung instead. I am Resurrection and I am Life,
More informationThe First Church Schism
The First Church Schism Outline Coptic Church Hierarchy Ecumenical Councils 2 nd Council of Ephesus Council of Chalcedon First Schism Oriental Orthodox Churches Coptic Church Hierarchy Local Council (Holy
More informationCONGREGATIONAL SERVICES
CONGREGATIONAL SERVICES ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE LORD S DAY The service of worship ordinarily begins with the Votum, Sentences, and Salutation. Or it may begin with the Hymn, especially if it is a processional,
More informationYEAR B 2017/2018 Easter
Advent Dec. 3, 2017 through Dec. 24, 2017 Time after Epiphany Jan. 7, 2018 through Feb. 13, 2018 The Three Days Mar. 29, 2018 through Mar. 31, 2018 Time after Pentecost May 21, 2018 through Nov. 28, 2018
More informationThe Syriac Peshiṭta Bible with English Translation
The Syriac Peshiṭta Bible with English Translation Isaiah English Translation by English Translation by Gillian Greenberg Donald M. Walter Text Prepared by Donald M. Walter Joseph Bali George A. Kiraz
More informationORTHODOX SYRIAN SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF THE EAST DIOCESE OF SOUTH WEST AMERICA. Centralized Examination Grade 12 Diploma Model Question Paper
ORTHODOX SYRIAN SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF THE EAST DIOCESE OF SOUTH WEST AMERICA Centralized Examination Grade 12 Diploma Model Question Paper Reg. No.: Examination Rules Examination Rules 1. Total
More informationREJOICE! MATTHEW 28: It had been a long weekend for the women. Mary Magdalene had been
REJOICE! MATTHEW 28: 1-10 Introduction: It had been a long weekend for the women. Mary Magdalene had been among the group of women that helped lay the body of Jesus to rest in the tomb of Joseph. The Sabbath
More informationHISTORY OF THE CHURCH 2 Lesson 2: WHO IS JESUS? Randy Broberg, Maranatha School of Ministry Fall 2010
HISTORY OF THE CHURCH 2 Lesson 2: WHO IS JESUS? Randy Broberg, Maranatha School of Ministry Fall 2010 Da Vinci Code Attacks Divinity of Christ The notion that Jesus was divine was first proposed by Emperor
More informationA Morning Offering. A Liturgy For First Rising
A Morning Offering A Liturgy For First Rising When you first wake up, let your first thought and action be to say good morning to God and offer your day and your self to him. You may wish to make the sign
More informationMarch 20, He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord. From the Pulpit of the Japanese Baptist Church of North Texas. John 12:12-19
From the Pulpit of the Japanese Baptist Church of North Texas March 20, 2016 He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord John 12:12-19 12:12 The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that
More informationST. JAMES ORTHODOX CHURCH
ECUMENICAL PATRIARCHATE Vicariate of the Palestinian & Jordanian Orthodox Communities in the U.S. ST. JAMES ORTHODOX CHURCH 195 N. Main Street; Milpitas, CA 95035 sjorthodox.org 408.934.1794 (Office) Very
More information1 Corinthians #18 Pause for Communion 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
1 Corinthians #18 Pause for Communion 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Up to this point Paul's ministry has been very largely corrective. He has exposed the sins and failures of the church and has sought to answer
More informationChristian Education Step Program
Christian Education Step Program Updated 8/29/15 Contents Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Step One... 3 Jesus Loves Me... 3 First Grade Step Two... 4 The Gloria Patri... 4 Second Grade Step Three...
More informationThe Easter Triduum. Deacon Mike Walsh
The Easter Triduum Deacon Mike Walsh www.itinerantpreacher.org deaconmike@itinerantpreacher.org The Easter Triduum What is the Triduum? How do we Celebrate the Triduum? Where we find meaning in the Triduum?
More informationHOW IMPORTANT IS THE RESURRECTION?
1 Volume 45, No. 13, March 27, 2018 / Southside Baptist Church / P.O. Box 1594 / 1028 South Water Avenue, Gallatin, TN 37066 (615) 452-5951 / The Grow in Grace Newsletter is a WEEKLY Bible Study, plus
More informationSurvey of Isaiah. by Duane L. Anderson
Survey of Isaiah by Duane L. Anderson Survey of Isaiah A study of the book of Isaiah for Small Group or Personal Bible Study AIBI Resources Box 511 Norwalk, California 90651-0511 www.aibi.org Copyright
More informationThe History of the Liturgy
The History of the Liturgy THE FIRST FOUR CENTURIES Introduction: +The Liturgy and its rites were delivered by the Apostles to the churches, which they had established. (Mark 14:22-23) (1cor 11:23-26)
More informationJesus The Way, The Truth, The Life (John 14:6)
Jesus The Way, The Truth, The Life (John 14:6) Introduction John 14:6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. 1. Jesus had just said: And
More informationReader: (Reads text from service book) v. (10) Bring my soul out of prison, that I may give thanks to Your name!
SUNDAY, MARCH 11 TONE 7 Third Sunday of Lent: Veneration of the Holy Cross St Sophronius, Patriarch of Jerusalem "Lord, I Call..." Tone 7 Reader: In the Seventh Tone, Lord, I call upon You, hear me! Lord,
More informationSt. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church
Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople: www.patriarchate.org Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Website: www.goarch.org Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta Website: www.atlanta.goarch.org St. Christopher
More informationSeries 1988, SE Edition 2001 Lesson 32 The Believer s Standing and State
GREAT DOCTRINES OF THE BIBLE (Special English Edition) Prepared by William S.H. Piper, D.D. For Rogma International, Inc. Copyright 1989 by Rogma International, Inc. All rights reserved. THE BELIEVER S
More informationThe Holy Eucharist: Rite Two. (Expansive Language)
The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two (Expansive Language) The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two (Expansive Language) The Word of God A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung. The people standing, the Celebrant says Blessed
More informationThe Plan Of Salvation
The Plan Of Salvation moreiyah.net/the-plan-of-salvation/ The purpose of this study is to look at part of the process that the Father has given to all humanity to receive eternal life. We will examine
More informationChapter 3 : The Imperial Church. From the edict of Constantine, 313 A D., to the fall of Rome, 476 A. D.
Chapter 3 : The Imperial Church From the edict of Constantine, 313 A D., to the fall of Rome, 476 A. D. A. Things done by Constantine: We have seen that Constantine helped the Christians by ending Roman
More informationSts. Peter & Paul Boulder
Sts. Peter & Paul Boulder Weekly Bulletin Week of November 12th, 2017 Contact Info Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church 5640 Jay Rd. Boulder, CO 80301 Office: 303-581-1434 www.stspeterandpaulboulder.org
More informationCHAPTER 7: THE CHURCH IN THE FIFTH CENTURY
CHAPTER 7: THE CHURCH IN THE FIFTH CENTURY Political situation to A.D. 460 380, battle of Adrianople; Goths defeated Romans, killed Emperor Valens, took Romania 392, empire united for last time under Theodosius
More informationA Quiet Day Celebrating, Instructing, and more deeply Experiencing the Holy Eucharist March 5, 2016
A Quiet Day Celebrating, Instructing, and more deeply Experiencing the Holy Eucharist March 5, 2016 9:30 a.m. In the Church Welcome --Fr. Furman Blessed be God Collect for Purity Gloria in Excelsis, Kyrie,
More informationTypikon DECEMBER 2016
Typikon DECEMBER 2016 Sunday, December 25 The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ Christmas. Bright vestments. Liturgy of St. Basil the Great. Festal Service for Nativity, including
More informationThe God That Failed November 26th, 2017
The God That Failed November 26 th, 2017 Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 2001 Jackson Street Pastor Luke John Willitz Mosinee, WI 54455 ilcmosinee@gmail.com (715)
More informationCreative. Communications. Sample
SESSION 1 Blessed Are You SESSION 2 Salt and Light SESSION 3 Prayer and Fasting SESSION 4 Do Not Worry SESSION 5 Judge Not SESSION 6 Build on Rock A 6 SESSION BIBLE STUDY FOR LENT leader s guide INTRODUCTION
More informationEasy Reading Edition July Lord of Our Speech SABBATH JULY 23
5 Easy Reading Edition July 23-29 SABBATH JULY 23 READ FOR THIS WEEK S STUDY: Psalm 9; Acts 1:8; Ephesians 4:15, 29; 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; James 3:3-13; James 4:11. MEMORY VERSE: Let the words you speak
More information431 AD COUNCIL OF EPHESUS: WHO SAYS THE HOLY VIRGIN IS NOT MOTHER OF GOD? whose traffickers are the honourable of the earth?
431 AD COUNCIL OF EPHESUS: WHO SAYS THE HOLY VIRGIN IS NOT MOTHER OF GOD? NOTES Who hath taken this counsel against Tyre? The crowning city whose merchants are princes whose traffickers are the honourable
More informationRomans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.
Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God
More informationJesus Alone Gives Life
1 Easter 4, 2011A 710 The Lord s My Shepherd, I ll Not Want 709 The King of Love My Shepherd Is 740 I Am Jesus Little Lamb Jesus Alone Gives Life 1 [Jesus said:] Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does
More informationA reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 5:5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. For
More informationChristian Doctrine Study Guide Teacher: Rev. Charles L. Johnson III Copyright 2010 All Rights Reserved
Christian doctrine is vital to the life and growth of the believer. There are two important facets to the application of Christian doctrine: First, consolidation of spiritual faith, and second, energizing
More informationChrist the Redeemer Anglican Church
Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church Liturgies of the Seasons For use in the weekly gathering of God s people for worship and thanksgiving 1 Times and Seasons: the Christian Year (Adapted from the Introduction
More informationHoly Ascension Parish,
Holy Ascension Parish, Newsletter for January 2013. Nativity of Our Lord THE HOLY ASCENSION ORTHODOX CHURCH is the Washington, DC, parish of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad (ROCA), under the omophor
More informationA reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans
E-1 Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given
More informationGRADE 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES UNIT 1: GOD REVEALS A PLAN OF LOVE. Lesson # 1: The Bible Reveals God s Saving Love
GRADE 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES UNIT 1: GOD REVEALS A PLAN OF LOVE Lesson # 1: The Bible Reveals God s Saving Love General Objective: To examine how God reveals a Plan of Love in the Old Testament Specific
More informationMost Holy Trinity Sunday - A
Most Holy Trinity Sunday - A Note: Where a Scripture text is underlined in the body of this discussion, it is recommended that the reader look up and read that passage. Introduction The doctrine of the
More informationOrder of Service St. Matthew's Church, Wych Lane, Bridgemary PO13 0JN in partnership with Bridgemary Community Sports College
The Season of LENT The fight between the carnival and lent by Bruegel Order of Service St. Matthew's Church, Wych Lane, Bridgemary PO13 0JN in partnership with Bridgemary Community Sports College www.stmatthewsbridgemary.org.uk
More informationWeek 2 Jesus is the Promised King The Gospel of Matthew
Week 2 Jesus is the Promised King The Gospel of Matthew Jesus has come as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies of a King and Savior The Bible as a whole tells one overarching story it tells us what
More informationA reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Romans
Romans 5:1-11 E1 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of
More informationPHILIPPIANS 3:1-6. Everywhere and in all things I have learned Philippians 4:12
PHILIPPIANS 3:1-6 Everywhere and in all things I have learned Philippians 4:12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in Him. Ephesians 3:12 for your fellowship in the gospel
More informationHope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the
C Selections: Second Readings from the New Testament C-1. Book: Romans, Chapter: 5, Verse: 5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit
More informationDo You Care? Warren W. Wiersbe, The Bible Exposition Commentary, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1996),
Do You Care? Warren W. Wiersbe, The Bible Exposition Commentary, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1996), 571 572. Revelation 2:1 7 (NKJV) 1 To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, These things says
More informationDaily Evening Prayer
Daily Evening Prayer The may begin Evening Prayer by reading an opening sentence of Scripture. One of the following, or a sentence from among those provided at the end of the Office, is customary. Jesus
More informationActs Of the Apostles. Dr. Thomas Clark
Acts Of the Apostles by Dr. Thomas Clark Acts of the Apostles By Dr. Thomas Clark It is a violation of Christian ethics to reproduce any part of this manual without written permission from the publisher
More informationORTHODOX SYRIAN SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF THE EAST DIOCESE OF SOUTH WEST AMERICA. Centralized Examination Grade 12 Diploma JUNE Reg. No.
ORTHODOX SYRIAN SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF THE EAST DIOCESE OF SOUTH WEST AMERICA Centralized Examination Grade 12 Diploma JUNE 2012 Reg. No.: Examination Rules Examination Rules 1. Total time limit
More informationA reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans
Romans 5:5-11 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
More informationPREFACE. Let us hear the Word of God as it speaks to us as individuals and as the Unity of the faithful:
PREFACE The lectionary which follows contains much that is old and much that is new, much that reflects the collective wisdom of the church universal, and much that flows from our particular spiritual
More informationRomans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.
Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God
More information*this is an additional option. It can be noted as First Peter in your choices. Peter 4:8-11
*this is an additional option. It can be noted as First Peter in your choices Peter 4:8-11 A reading from the Book of First Peter Most importantly, love each other deeply, because love will cause many
More informationApril 13, 2014: THE LORD'S ENTRY INTO JERUSALEM (PALM SUNDAY)
April 13, 2014: THE LORD'S ENTRY INTO JERUSALEM (PALM SUNDAY) Epistle: Phil. 4:4-9: Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.
More informationConcerning the Service
Concerning the Service These devotions follow the basic structure of the Daily Office of the Church and are particularly appropriate for families with young children. The Reading and the Collect may be
More informationThe Stone of Burial Matthew 27: The text for this sermon, the theme of which is, The Stone of Burial, is
Good Friday THEME: The Stones of Lent The Stone of Burial Matthew 27:64-66 The text for this sermon, the theme of which is, The Stone of Burial, is Matthew 27:64-66 The Pharisees said to Pilate: Order
More informationSolemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
tuesday, DECEMBER 8 Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary The Creed precedes the Prayer of the Faithful. Praising God for the mother of Jesus, Send us the Just One. That the
More informationRighteousness Beatitudes 1-2: Seeing for the first time that I have no righteousness = worthiness = perfection Beatitudes 3-7: Seeking and trying to
Righteousness Beatitudes 1-2: Seeing for the first time that I have no righteousness = worthiness = perfection Beatitudes 3-7: Seeking and trying to reflect righteousness Beatitude 8: Suffering because
More informationThe Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills ASH WEDNESDAY March 1, Noon. -Enter in Silence-
ASH WEDNESDAY The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills ASH WEDNESDAY March 1, 2017 Noon -Enter in Silence- PRAYER BEFORE WORSHIP O Lord, my creator, redeemer, and comforter, as I come to worship You in spirit
More informationFuneral Masses and Readings
Funeral Masses and Readings Dear Parishioners, Our Parish family extends it s deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your loved ones at this time of your loss. This booklet is to assist you in the planning
More informationDo You Have Israel In Your Heart? Romans 10:1
Do You Have Israel In Your Heart? Romans 10:1 Romans 10:1 1 Brethren, my heart's desire and my prayer to G-d for them is for their salvation. 7 / 25 / 15 Cliff Koustik A. The PERSON of Jewish salvation
More information14 - What Happens When You Die?
Heaven, Hell, or Nothing? 1 2 As we neared the end of 1999 and we were getting ready for that momentous year of 2000, we were told about who was the greatest person in the last century and what the most
More informationStatement of Faith 1
Redeeming Grace Church Statement of Faith 1 Preamble Throughout church history, Christians have summarized the Bible s truths in short statements that have guided them through controversy and also united
More informationThe Third Council Of Constantinople A.D. Summary 117 years after the Second Council of Constantinople, the Emperor Constantine IV decided
The Third Council Of Constantinople - 680-681 A.D. Summary 117 years after the Second Council of Constantinople, the Emperor Constantine IV decided it was time to call another General Council, especially
More informationChrist is Risen. Truly He is Risen
JMay 2000 Volume1 Issue5 Baramoda/Bashans 1716 Now on the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they, and certain other women with them, came to the tomb bringing the spices which they had
More informationSecond Reading Please choose one and select a reader
Second Reading Please choose one and select a reader Romans 5:5-11 Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
More informationFriends of Jesus and Mary Amigos de Jesús y María
March, 2018 Dear Brothers and Sisters: Lent is the time to grow in our love for Jesus. We remember that on a Friday, Jesus suffered and died for us. For this reason, we fast and do abstinence. Explain
More information1. If the dead are not raised, then Christ Himself is not raised (vs. 13, 16).
But Christ has been raised! I Corinthians 15:12-20 October 1, 2017 Over the years, Pauline and I have sought the advice of financial advisers individuals who are skilled at helping people make financial
More informationGiving me life Job 33:4 The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.
Thank you for Creating Genesis 1:2 The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. Psalms 104:30 When you
More informationThe Monthly Message to the Fathers, the Priests July, That Signs and Wonders May Be Done Through The Name of Your Holy Servant Jesus
The Monthly Message to the Fathers, the Priests July, 2017 That Signs and Wonders May Be Done Through The Name of Your Holy Servant Jesus While we celebrate the Apostles fast and feast, I like to meditate
More informationUnderstanding the Five-Fold Ministry TABLE OF CONTENTS
By Charles McCaul Understanding the Five-Fold Ministry New Life Fellowship of Churches Cambodia TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 The Ministry of Apostles 1 Characteristics of an Apostolic Church 2 The Ministry of the
More informationSt. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church 313 Dividend Drive, Suite 210
Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople: www.patriarchate.org Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Website: www.goarch.org Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta Website: www.atlanta.goarch.org St. Christopher
More informationSince we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath.
Romans 5:5-11 Since we are now justified by his Blood, we will be saved through him from the wrath. Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy
More informationSecond Reading. Funerals
Funerals Acts 10:34-43... Page 1 Revelation 14:13... Page2 Revelation 20:11-21:1... Page 3 Revelation 21:1-5a, 6b-7... Page 4 Romans 1:8-17... Page 5 Romans 5:5-11... Page 6 Romans 5:17-21... Page 7 Romans
More informationHoly Eucharist. For use in the
Holy Eucharist For use in the The Order for the Administration of the Lord s Supper or Holy Communion, commonly called The Holy Eucharist Common Form Approved for Provincial Use The Anglican Church in
More informationthe Jews recognize Jesus Temple cleansing action from His earliest ministry as a Messianic claim
April 16, 2017 Temple Baptist Church, Jamestown, ND TITLE: SUFFERING REJOICING, Acts 2:22-36; Psalm 16:8-11; etc. (Necessary Suffering #7) Recently President Donald Trump ordered a cruise missile strike
More informationLectionary Year B:
Sunday, December 3, 2017 First Sunday of Advent Old Testament Malachi 3:1 7 Psalm Psalm 80:1 7, 17 19 New Testament 1 Corinthians 1:3 9 Gospel Mark 13:24 37 Sunday, December 10, 2017 Second Sunday of Advent
More informationInstructing us to preserve firmly in every respect all that the Orthodox. The Thyateira Confession*
The Ever-Memorable Confessor Metropolitan Philaret, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad ( 1985) Text III The Thyateira Confession* An Appeal by Metropolitan Philaret to the Primates of
More informationDaily Evening Prayer
Daily Evening Prayer Approved for Provincial Use The Anglican Church in North America Petertide, A.D. 2013 The Officiant may begin Evening Prayer by reading an opening sentence of Scripture found on pages
More informationPESHITTA INSTITUTE A GUIDE TO THE TRANSLITERATIONS TO BE USED IN THE BIBLE OF EDESSA
PESHITTA INSTITUTE A GUIDE TO THE TRANSLITERATIONS TO BE USED IN THE BIBLE OF EDESSA General In the introductions and footnotes to the volumes of the Bible of Edessa, all languages written in different
More information