ComparativeReligion / Philosophy - Course #312 - 9 Credits Students will choose one of the following to read: "History of Civilization", volumes in book form by Will Durant or Handbook of Denominations in the United States 4th Edition by Frank S. Mead. They will also read "The Orthodox Church, A Well Kept Secret" by Nicozisin. Students will critique 5 - 10 denominations and visit at least three denominations.Students interested in the Orthodox perspective will read the following four books:
The Divine Liturgy Explained includes "The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom" Liturgy Book,
Priests Edition, St. Basil the Great,
Priests Edition, St. John Chrysostom, and
Orthodox Liturgy: The Development of the Eucharistic Liturgy in the Byzantine Rite.
SearchtheScripture / BibleStudy - Course #353 - 6 Credits Students will search the scriptures and use a concordance to answer questions in each lesson. Students will also read nine short books and create a sermon from each book, which can be e-mailed, placed on cassette tape, or typed and submitted.
"Bible Questions for Students" - 9 Lessons:
On the Priesthood by St. John Chrystostom
On the Mother of God by Jacob of Serug
On the Holy Icons by St. Theodore the Studite
On the Holy Spirit by St. Basil the Great
On the Incarnation by St. Athanasious
On the Soul and Resurrection by St. Gregory
On Marriage and Family Life by St. John Chrysostom
On the Apostolic Preaching by St. Irenaeus
On the Unity of Christ by St. Cyril of Alexandria
HistoryoftheChurchandtheLegalCourts /Apostolic Perspective -Course # 302 - 9 Credits An introduction to church canon/ law with an orthodox translation/ interpretation will be covered. This course covers some of the historical issues of canonicity by giving detailed information of specific incidents that took place involving the Greek Orthodox Church in court. Archbishop Haralambos will provide ten issues with facts and documentation in written format. Students will also become familiar with the website of St. Michael Academy of Eschatology. An exam will be given at the end of the course.
"Canon Law" - video by Bishop Petros "The Rudder" - book on Orthodox canons may be purchased/ optional "Canons, Old Testament" Lessons by Fr. Ross #302 & #302B "The Three Things the Church Needs" "The Five Fold Ministry" by Bishop Petros
OrthodoxyinProphecy - Course #406 - 4 Credits Challenges of the 20th Century Church are the result of what already has been spoken or written by holy anointed men and women. Find out what some of these challenges are in prophecy. Three written oral or written commentaries after studying the required work completes this course. "Fatima" paper scribed by J. & A. Vesey "Golden Madonna and Fatima" video by Archbishop Haralambos "Price of Prophecy": Orthodox Churches on Peace, Freedom, and Security" - book Revelation Pt. I Athen and John Speropoulous - video Revelation Pt. II Athen and John Speropoulous - video Prophetic Journey Through Europe Pt. I - video/ optional Prophetic Journey Through Europe Pt. II - video/ optional Optional "God Ocean" 4th edition magazine by Archbishop Haralambos
History, Faith, andLife - Course #477 - 13 Credits A touch of history and enlightenment through gaining knowledge about Orthodox traditions and life will bring focus to those who may be searching for truth. After reading the following books students will complete exams.
The Faith by Clark Carlton
The Life by Clark Carlton
The Way by Clark Carlton
Eusebius: The History of the Church
The Treasured Traditions and Customs of the Orthodox Churches
Church Vestments: Their Origin and Development
Blessing of Icons
Women Deacons in the Orthodox Church: Called to Holiness and Ministry
Gospels / BiblicalStudy - Course #401 - 6 Credits This is an excellent study of the seven sacraments as they relate to the Bible. An exam will be given on the seven sacraments. Also, students are introduced to the Greek and Hebrew language with tests to show acquired learning.
Sacraments by Bishop Petros - video
Holy Eucharist by Bishop Petros - video
Sacrament of Marriage by Bishop Petros - video
Confession by Bishop Petros - video
Baptism by Bishop Petros - video
Sacrament of Unction by Bishop Petros - video
Sacrament of Holy Orders by Bishop Petros - video
Chrismation Pt. I by Bishop Petros - video
Chrismation Pt. II by Bishop Petros - video
"These are the Sacraments" - book
"Introduction to Greek" - book by T. Papaloizos with cassette by Dimitrious
"Introduction to Hebrew" - video by R. Greenfield
HealingwithDeliverance - Course #403 - 4 Credits Teaching principles for reconciliation and restoration are applied. Students will apply what they have learned to a family situation or an individual conflict and write how it was resolved or put on the road to healing. Exams are given.
"Breaking the Shackles" by Dotson Satterfield - video
"Dealing with Suffering" by Dotson Satterfield - video
"Healing with Deliverance" by Dotson Satterfield - video
Byzantine Book of Prayer
For the Sick and the Suffering
Funeral Service - book
Manual of Eastern Orthodox Prayers
"Holy Communion; Medicine of Immortality" by Eusubieus Stephanou
PriesthoodStudies - Course #422 - 9 Credits By viewing and practice using texts and rubrics students will be able to carry out a Divine Liturgy after ordination. Exams given.
Liturgikon: The Book of Divine Services for the Priest and Deacon