English Bible Study: Recent Episodes
Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
القديس يوسف النجار- دروس للأسرة المسيحية - أبونا مويسيس بغدادي - Nahda 2026 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Motherhood of St. Mary - Fr. Abraam Georgy - Nahda 2026 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الانتظار - أبونا رافائيل عزمي - Nahda 2026 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin explores how in the story of raising Lazarus from the dead, many seem to be lacking discernment when listening to Our Lord Jesus Christ's words. He explains how discernment is a gift from the Holy Spirit and allows us to hear and notice how and what God is communicating to us.
Overcoming Hardship - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الفكر المحبة - أبونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina speaks about the mercies of God. He explains how the devil tries to fight us with discouragement and how no matter what we do, it isn't pleasing to God. However, we often don't realize that there are a lot of things that we do that are pleasing to God. The more I am merciful to others, the more I enter into the heart of God, understand Him, and fall in love with Him more.
المشاكل الأسرية - أبونا مويسيس بغدادي by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
القداسة من خلال التواضع وضبط النفس والتوبة - أبونا مينا ديمتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
كل بيت ينقسم على لا يشرب - أبونا مرقص حبيب by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Words of the Tongue - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The service of the friends of the paralyzed man was to bring him to the church. Fr. Benjamin talks about the importance of the work of the church and the four pillars that it offers: The Apostles' Doctrine, Fellowship, Breaking of Bread, and Prayer. Similarly, there are 4 pillars we need to have in our own spiritual lives: Mature Prayer, Relationship with my Bible, Regular life of Repentance and Confession, and the Eucharist.
The Power of a Godly Friendship - Fr. Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Lord Teach Us to Pray - Fr. Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الصلاة_ أساس الحياة الروحية - أبونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin outlines how our Lord teaches us that He gives good gifts, and the greatest gift being that of the Holy Spirit, as our Lord says in Luke 11:13. Fr. Benjamin then begins to explain the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and, more importantly, in the life of the church as a whole.
Good friendship is good refreshment to the soul. A friendship that builds up with its words and feedback, allowing for growth in the person. Wisdom builds up the person and those who surround him. There is a special calling that certain people receive
Proverbs 27:1-7 - Open Rebuke is Better than Love Carefully Concealed by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The book of Proverbs is constantly comparing people who are foolish to people who are wise. The Bible repeatedly describes foolishness by relying on oneself while wisdom is relying on God’s guidance. Foolishness fuels the fire of a corrupt heart but wisdom brings the heart to God. Wisdom gives us the eyes of the Lord to see the world in a new light. Lying develops hate within our hearts. A lack of love leads us to destruction, but a heart grown with truth lives with God.
قسمة للآب على ذبح إسحق - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Cleansing of the Temple - Eve of Monday - Father Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
This week’s Bible study approaches the way of sainthood and how we can walk in it. It is a way that is not within material means. They are within holy means that lead to salvation and sanctification. One of those means for holiness is who I surround myself with. In heaven it is impossible to find someone who is not humble. The lazy person suffers from irrational fear. When one continues to use fear as an excuse, in their minds it becomes reality.
Fr. Mina talks about how we should treat others according to God’s word. It especially emphasizes the way we should treat our enemies, we need to love and care for them. We need to show them love because this gives us a glimpse into God’s heart. We can also connect to God’s heart by committing ourselves to a life of righteousness. This means choosing to stay away from a foolish life. A foolish life is one where we choose to ignore the sacrifice and love that God gave us to satisfy our earthly needs. A righteous life is one where we choose to appreciate God’s grace and sacrifice for us.
We continue our journey through the treasures of the book of Proverbs and dive into its personal message to each of us that it becomes our duty to practice as Christians. Correction is not the simple fact of correcting what is wrong but it is made complete when the one making the correction explains what ought to be done instead of the wrong and the rationale behind it. The church does not need more people attacking it...the church needs people who are with God, who seek peace and pursue it, and who refresh the soul with a word.
If I am still practicing a sinful life, I have not yet stepped into a life of perfection. God entrusted us with a field, and we will either be a man who takes care of the field and nourish it, or become a lazy man that lets thorns out to choke any possible fruit from growth.
We often feel the desire to be better than others, and this can cause us to feel happy when we see others stumble. But God’s commandment is clear—everyone is made in the image of God, and we must not rejoice in the suffering of others. God requires us, as His children, to have His heart. The Lord calls us to change ourselves internally to become more righteous, but sometimes we get distracted from this inner change and seek external ways to improve ourselves. This distracts us from the true purpose of our lives. It is important to remember that what we do in the world is still connected to our internal change. Our outward actions affect the blessings that are allowed into our own homes. By controlling what we think and say about others and focusing on our own hearts, we can grow closer to the Heart of the Lord, who searches for souls to join Him.
الطاعة لصوت الله – الأب مينا ديميتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Through wisdom we can overcome our spiritual warfare. Without wisdom, we become lost and lose our virtue. Discernment is how we apply God’s commandments the right way in our real lives. This wisdom comes from Christ Himself and requires our sacrifice, dedication, and commitment. No evil can be hidden forever, no matter how much they try to conceal themselves. Foolishness becomes sin and becomes known to the world. It is important to remember that Christ said in the last days people will uplift evilness. Even now, we need to exercise wisdom when dealing with the world which glorifies sin. The wicked attack the source of nourishment (wisdom) for the righteous. The righteous might fall into sin but they rise again because their foundation in Christ is strong.
These chapters warn us of the dangers of addiction and the lack of self-control. The temptations of alcohol and addiction often arise not from an actual dependence on the substance itself, but from the social environments in which they are encountered. Because of this, it is important to avoid even the places where temptation is readily available for extended periods of time. Our environment is one of the few aspects of temptation that we are able to control. The life of an addict is often consumed by pain, denial, and shame. Helping an addict requires compassion and an honest acknowledgment of their situation. The life of a child of God who seeks to avoid this path should be grounded in wisdom and faithful adherence to the Word of God. Through this foundation, we are able to build a strong life that helps us resist and overcome every temptation.
The Lord invites us to a special type of wisdom. A wisdom that is of sonship. The ways of the world are not trodden at a free cost, but the biggest cost of all is paid: your soul. Once God reveals the truth in your life, don’t sell it. The cost of this road to be trodden is also high but it leads to life.
Thanksgiving Graduate Retreat 2025: Hearing God's Voice - Joe and Sandy Everett - Talk 4 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Thanksgiving Graduate Retreat 2025: How God Speaks - Fr. Anastasi St. Antony - Talk 3 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Thanksgiving Graduate Retreat 2025: Is Heaven Silent - Fr. Anastasi St. Antony - Talk 2 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Thanksgiving Graduate Retreat 2025: Be Still - Fr. Anastasi St. Antony - Talk 1 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Our motives and the way we think form our morals and how close we are able to be with God. The church motivates us to spend time in solitude because it allows us to listen to the Word of God and act on it without external factors. It is important to keep in mind that if we do not keep in mind the commandments of God, his blessings will vomit us out. If we run after the worldly friendships and environments while forsaking the Word of God, we will find ourselves without long-lasting friendships and without the blessings of God. We should run to God alone. When we seek company and friendship, we should seek those we can give to, those we can be selfless with. If we seek friendships with Spirit as our guide, God will unite us. A heart that wants to listen and benefit from God should prepare through love, fasting, and prayer. In the next section, Abouna Mina will discuss what it means to have the right heart to listen to the Word of God.
We have a problem with trusting God. This gives way to a burdensome life filled with anxiety and doubt. The solution to this is to place our troubles in front of God and forget them. By forgetting our worries we can focus our lives on God’s true purpose for us. Our responsibility, as children of God, is to care for those in need. The scripture provides a clear guide for us on how to live our lives with the goal of heaven in mind. This section of proverbs in particular provides us with a variety of sayings on topics like the importance of almsgiving, prayer, and the necessity of discipline in our lives.
Since sin, death and corruption entered the world man has been living while facing two ends of a spectrum. Faced daily with challenges that challenge him on which one to choose. On one end he is faced with laziness which bears down the soul not to follow what God and the church has set for us, resulting in quenching of the spirit of prophecy. Another end is to choose to be uncomfortable and at an inconvenience so we can walk with God. On that road man is invited to learn that it is not about the temptation of being on the other side of the challenging spectrum of choices in life but rather about letting God fight for you so you could be won over to the follow the righteous life.
While material possessions create a difference between people, God binds both together. The Lord has made the rich and poor. Our Lord has given us a commandment to watch over the poor. An opportunity to love; thus man should not seek it as an opportunity to exploit and create divisions. The continuation of Bible study takes us through the different facets of love and care for others, from those who are in our first circle to the ones in our outermost circles.
The knowledge of the wise fills them with abundance, while the greed of the foolish destroys their wealth. In our spiritual lives, we can either continuously hear the word of God or we can meditate on it. The foolish will swallow nice words but the wise will act on it. The foolish are brought down by their laziness but the wise are uplifted by their struggles. God rewards the struggle and effort of the wise. Abouna Mina then discusses how the Lord has the final word over all, and our path to victory is only through Him.
Our eyes are attracted to many things. The eyes are windows to our hearts, so what attracts our eyes shows us what resides in our hearts. As children of God, we are created with a calling embedded in us to be sensitive to the cry of the poor. Moreover, when we fail to meet our calling our prayers are blocked and unheard from God. This Bible study takes us on a heart and eye opening journey through what poverty is and why it is present so that the rich may be saved.
This week’s Bible study guides us through a few important spiritual topics. Young people have health and physical resources and old people have wisdom. And neither should look down upon the other. Wisdom is gained from living a righteous life, hence a person is only able to pass onto his kids such wisdom. The fruit of that wisdom are 3 pillars: charity, discipline and obedience.
This week’s Bible study touches on the values of honesty and integrity. It reminds us of how God sees what is truly in our hearts, regardless of our outward appearance. Fr. Mina explains to us how certain successes like sudden wealth can make us lose wisdom and our sense of humility. He then explains the importance of respecting our parents and consistently seeking guidance and counsel from those wiser than us. This is how we maintain the virtues of honesty, integrity, and discernment.
This week’s Bible study touches on the values of honesty and integrity. It reminds us of how God sees what is truly in our hearts, regardless of our outward appearance. Fr. Mina explains to us how certain successes like sudden wealth can make us lose wisdom and our sense of humility. He then explains the importance of respecting our parents and consistently seeking guidance and counsel from those wiser than us. This is how we maintain the virtues of honesty, integrity, and discernment.
A wonderful restart of Bible study this week with a recap by Fr Mina on the 3 books of Solomon with an emphasis on what the book of Proverbs explains to us — the basis of moral life. Fulfilling the will of God is directly related to happiness in eternity. Fr Mina elaborates on the sinful paths of alcohol consumption as the verse says it is a mocker. We then shift the focus onto the flame of love for God and calling Him Lord, as well as wise counsel.
Avoiding Complacency - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
كيف أدخل إلى الأعماق بعلاقتي مع ربنا - أبونا مينا دميتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
حياة الاستعداد والصلاة - أبونا مرقس حبيب by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
كونوا ساهرين حتى النهاية - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ما هي إرادة الله في حياتي؟ - أبونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Dr. Mourad gives the sermon on how we ought to live as those who are transformed into the Image of God.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the eve of the revealing of the Assumption of St. Mary. He speaks on what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness and the blessing that comes along with this hunger.
Fr. Jacob gives the sermon on the 15th night of Nahda concerning the Praise of St. Mary.
Dr. Hani Ashmalla gives the sermon on the 14th night of Nahda, concerning the life and lessons we can learn from St. Joseph the Carpenter.
Fr. Augustine gives the sermon on the 13th night of Nahda during the vespers of the feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord.
Our very own Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 12th night of Nahda on the person of Nehemiah and what we can learn from this great character.
Fr. Michael gives the sermon on the 11th night of Nahda on the Power of the Resurrection in our lives and what the truly means.
Fr. Daniel gives the sermon on the 10th night of Nahda on how Chris is in each and every one of us.
Fr. Abraham gives the sermon on the 9th night of Nahda concerning the person of Joseph, the son of Jacob.
Fr. John gives the sermon on the 8th night of Nahda on how to live according to the Spirit.
Fr. Samuel gives the sermon on the 7th night of Nahda on how to live in alignment with God.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives the sermon on the 4th night of Nahda concerning the Life of Grace, Law, and the Spirit. Dr. Takla expounds on these themes, especially in the book of Romans.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the 3rd night of Nahda concerning practical spirituality and how we can benefit from this period of fasting.
Fr. Abraam begins our Nahda series about Old Testament saints with the life of the Patriarch Jacob.
Hearing the Message of God - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Parable of the Vineyard and the Vinedresser - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
مثل الكرم والكرامين - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
God's Perfect Timing - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Faith in God - Fr. Mark Iskander by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on being pure of heart. He explains the gospel of the day, which is when our Lord Jesus Christ performed a miracle to pay taxes. He explains that St. Peter and Our Lord paying the same amount of tax may have led the disciples to believe that He was choosing St. Peter as his second in command. Thus, our Lord explains that to enter the Kingdom of Heaven, we must be like little children.
Fr. Benjamin gives the Sunday sermon following the feast of the apostles concerning a phrase we hear during every liturgy, "The Word of the Lord shall grow, multiply, be mighty" and speaks about what this famous phrase really means.
Fr. Lazarus speaks to us about the calling to serve on the Feast of Apostles, reflecting on the martyrdom of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Repentance and Confession - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
شفاء الرجل المفلوج - أبونا مينا ديمتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the healing of paralytic. His reverence takes this oppurtunity to discuss God's plan as seen in the life of the paralytic and in our lives
The Holy Spirit - The Feast of Pentecost - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الروح القدس - أبونا مينا دميتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
H.G. Bishop Rewis of East Asia gives the sermon on how to have a repentant heart during the Holy 50 days which is a time of joy and hope.
Fr. Benjamin gives a sermon on being the light of the world and focusing on the question: Who are you reflecting?
The Samaritan Woman During the Holy 50 Days - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الثبات مع المسيح - نيافة الأنبا أنيانوس by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Testimony of the Samaritan Woman - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
أنا هو خبز الحياة – أبونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the gospel of the 2nd week of the Holy 50 days. The gospel is John 6:35-45, which is about the bread of life and Christ's proclamation as the bread of life.
The growth of children is a reflection of their parents' love and bond. If the parents focus on feeding their love, figuring out how to manage conflict, not letting any schism come between them – instructing their children and helping them through constant guidance on their path towards salvation comes naturally and makes them see and feel life in a different way. This week’s Bible study sheds light on how wisdom is utilized in raising and instructing children.
A man’s success depends on the prudence of the wife. The house’s success depends on the communication and dealing of conflict between the husband and the wife. While many seek to build a successful life through careful planning while the foundation is built on seeking foolish gratification. This week’s Bible study takes us on a journey to discover the important pillars of marriage and the means that God uses to join two together.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the day of Great Friday of the Holy Pascha. He focuses on the words of our Lord on the cross, specifically, when He said "I Thirst". He focuses on the theological meaning and the spiritual depth behind those words.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on Great Friday. He gives the sermon concerning the lamentations of Jeremiah and the suffering of Our Lord on this day.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the eve of Great Friday. He focuses on the pressure that our Lord was experiencing at the time, the prayer in Gethsemane, what our Lords priorities were that night, and how this should affect our priorities.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on the eve of Wednesday concerning the parable of the 10 virgins.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the gospel of the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the gospel of the man born blind. Fr. Benjamin connects this Sunday's gospel and readings to our journey of Lent. Fr. Benjamin focuses on the importance of not only seeing things along this journey but understanding the journey, just as the blind mind at first saw who Our Lord was but then understood who Our Lord Jesus Christ is.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the gospel of the man born blind.
The main thing we must seek and build off all relationships must be wisdom. Especially in marriage. Societal norms push us for a certain ideal, while God’s heart desires for us to seal off all things with wisdom. A righteous man who walks in integrity, will want all branches and all his relationships to be founded in truth and honesty.
Dr. George Doss gives the 3rd talk in a series concerning the saints of March with St. Pishoy Kamel Dr. George gives us the historical context, especially that surrounds the history of Alexandria and its revival before jumping into Fr. Pishoy's life and his impact on the modern history of the Coptic Church in Alexandria and abroad, while also sharing his personal memories with Fr. Pishoy.
Wisdom is one of the most emphasized traits in Proverbs, and it often highlights the importance of having a heart that desires righteousness and honors God. Fr Mina discusses how living with integrity is essential for a fulfilling life, and how patience and understanding are key in building strong, healthy relationships
Dr. George Doss gives the 2nd talk in series concerning the saints of March with Pope Shenouda III. Dr. George gives us the historical context before jumping into Pope Shenouda's life and his impact on the modern history of the Coptic Church and how his impact continues to be seen today.
This week’s Bible study guides us through the dangers of spending time alone in isolation. God had meant that we live communally saying that it is not good for man to be alone, hence, He created the whole Body to worship in communal prayer and strengthen one another. One who settles on staying in isolation desires to fulfill his own desires, whatever that may be from boredom which leads to lust. A person who does not desire to discover the true meaning of life, ends up hating himself.
Dr. George Doss begins a series on the saints of the month of March with St. Pope Kyrillos VI. Dr. George gives us some historical context before jumping into Pope Kyrillos' life and his impact on the modern history of the Coptic Church.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 2nd Sunday of lent concerning the temptation of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon during the 2nd Sunday of lent concerning the temptation of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
This week’s Bible study’s emphasis was on parental relationships as the lack of its proper development is a huge social issue. A man full of understanding grows from his roots upward, becoming a long tree which withstands the devil’s attacks. These roots grow from within the family dynamic.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon concerning the gospel of the first week of Lent, Matthew 6:19-33.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon concerning the gospel of the first week of Lent, Matthew 6:19-33.
Making intentional decisions can make a huge impact in our lives. Choices and decisions are presented before us daily, every day gives us active choices to make, every day becomes an active choice between foolishness and righteousness to lead our lives. God gave us the book of Proverbs as the foundation of Christian ethics. This passage emphasizes what the pillars of our relationships with others are. Everyday there is wisdom that enters our hearts and changes our ways.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the Sunday Gospel before lent, on how to prepare for the great fast.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the Sunday Gospel before lent, on how to prepare for the great fast.
Increase my Faith - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
تقديمات الطفل - أبونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Inward control over our spirit is better than physical feasting. There are banquets people seek to host while within the household there is strife, such banquets the Lord is not pleased with because it is better to have a house full of quiet. Thus, our happiness does not lie in such things and not in thinking that tomorrow will grant us happiness. Happiness is found when one looks at the present moment and chooses to use it as best he could. While pain that is not transformed is transmitted by afflicting it upon others, but he who covers shame makes an active choice of doing the work of God who covers all transgression. These points summarized the first half of this week’s Bible study. From verses 7-9, we learn that eloquence is a gift that is not granted to the fool. The fool only produces curses and empty speech while blaming his heart saying “I am just saying what is on my heart”, declaring that in the depth of his heart he is saying ‘there is no God, who is Lord over us’. Our lives are affected by everything that we allow to enter into it. We concluded with the importance of mercy over those who cannot give back: that is the Christian standard.
This passage of the book of Proverbs starts with the wellspring that God waters us with. Such wellspring Christ spoke of during His ministry, saying that no one will thirst if they rely on this wellspring to quench them all the days of their lives. This wellspring is nothing short of the fruit of the Spirit Himself. Those of love, joy, peace and excitement over every day as it is a gift from God. The passage then splits up into speaking regarding a fork in the road that separates pleasantness and maliciousness. Highlighting that we become human when we are described as prudent. Such prudence dominates over one's life in the way he labors. The source of his life becomes God, who is His only Provider.
Fr. Augustine gives the sermon on the gospel of the Good Shepherd in John chapter 10, he focuses on how we can be good sheep for the Shepherd. Given 2/14/2025.
The founder of all ethics and morals is the Christian faith. This week guides us through the fruit of a loving union with God. It makes God pleased with us hence even our enemies are at peace with us. God then guides His steps even though man’s heart may plan other things and have aspirations. He fills everything with His grace, even our ability to pray to Him. When God takes over one’s life in such a way, the person bears wisdom which allows him to navigate all situations in his life whether that be work life, interpersonal relationships, and holding onto the present moment so tightly as it is a gift of God. We conclude this week by looking at the fruit of inner wisdom that is – the tongue. Wisdom starts with heading to words that are being spoken then with sweetness questioning back or answering.
This week’s Bible study elaborates on the reality of how God weighs the soul. There is a scale that measures righteousness and foolishness. One side measures acts of justice, love and service and the other side measures sin and iniquity. Man’s eyes may deceive him into seeing his righteous works to be of value while God searches his spirit.
His Grace Bishop Daniel, the abbot of St. Paul's Red Sea monastery gives the sermon on 7 ways that can help you change. This sermon was given at St. Marys on 10/12/2024
Melismatic Praxis Response, long "Shere ne Maria" as prayed by St. Mary's Church deacons led by Diakon Philopateer on New Year's Eve during the month of Kiahk.
We continue our journey of understanding the importance of the heart in respect to one’s spiritual life. God must be in the center of the heart and when we fail to put Him as the center of our lives, then one’s ego becomes the center in His place. The heart, as it is the place one meets with God, it then must be guarded as the most intimate of chambers. If this guard is put down even for just one hour, the person quickly succumbs to sin. Fr Mina elaborates on how our senses have an effect on our heart and its journey to seeking God.
Wisdom is one of the most emphasized traits in Proverbs, and it often highlights the importance of having a heart that desires righteousness and honors God. Fr Mina discusses how living with integrity is essential for a fulfilling life, and how patience and understanding are key in building strong, healthy relationships. A simple, humble life focused on love and faith is far more valuable than the pursuit of material wealth. This week we go through different examples from the Bible to illustrate these lessons, encouraging us to grow closer to God while also nurturing deep, meaningful connections with our families and communities. Throughout, the message is one of seeking wisdom, living with purpose, and practicing love and respect in all areas of life.
This week’s Bible study highlights key points: the righteous person is full of peace and joy, and constantly knows where he stands on the way of salvation. Wisdom can be used to be shared towards the love for others or it can be used to harm them. Monastics give good advice about relationships even though they are hermits because they learned how to truly love. They have been with Lord Love. Once I belittle the truth my heart will become hardened to receive it. The rest of Bible study this week continues to present to us what defines the heart.
The heart is the source and fountain of life, from it all issues of life spring forth. Wisdom rests in the heart and gives clarity. Another Proverb says “out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks”. If the heart is such a focus for the functions of one’s life then how does it get nourished so that it may be brought to the kingdom? The answer is in small words but takes a lifetime of practice: love, wisdom and discernment. This concluded chapter 14. Chapter 15 starts with teaching the benefits of soft answers in turning away wrath. We are always one word away from quenching or fueling a fire. Sometimes that word is staying in silence.
Fr Mina jumpstarts this week’s Bible study by recounting the life of Pope Kyrillos the Sixth. Mocked and belittled in the eyes of laymen and clergy yet by his prayers the Coptic Church was saved after a great period of darkness and ignorance. His holiness and closeness to God was not realized until he was on his deathbed about to be welcomed by our Savior into His kingdom for his faithfulness over his service. This week’s Proverbs verses and Fr Mina’s commentary on it guides us through how we are like the ignorant who does not value holiness in disguise.
Morality is the rule of life but God invites us to a way deeper life, if morality says to be just, Christ says to love your enemies. Hence, doing things with intention behind it is a great key to life. The common ground between natural human bonds is based on virtue. Wisdom and foolishness are two extremes, but the virtue of discernment is moderation. Human beings tend to belittle the sinful nature of sin through mockery. All evil comes because of the inability for a human being to sit by themselves in a room. The heart knows exactly the intentions, the things that a human being seeks and goes after. And no one is able to handle sitting and searching into it. We have to search the heart and notice when there are new things being introduced to my heart. For example, something that didn’t anger me now angers me. “In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul” (Psalm 94:19). Our society does a really good job at keeping us distracted from the true calling of God that lets us dwell in joy. Fr. Mina encapsulates the point behind the proverb by mentioning the story of Voltaire at his deathbed said “I can feel the presence of God” and he told his doctors he would give them half his money if they were to let him live 6 more months to fix his life.
The book of Proverbs has no grey area, a person is either righteous or wicked. This week’s Bible study highlights our lives as faithful Christians. The definition of a human being can only be defined in his relation to God. Our feelings, thoughts and motivations are not constant; they change often, but the purpose and definition of a person is only in God, who is eternal. When we desire greatness we must accompany ourselves with the greatest. And if we want to be wise we must not be blown to and fro with the smallest things we hear but recognize where our dynamics with others stand. Our goal is eternal life, everything else is a means to direct us to the goal!
Fr. Joseph gives the Sunday sermon concerning the gospel of the young rich man and what we ought to do.
Fr. Joseph gives the annual Thanksgiving graduate retreat about the pathology of sin. He begins by providing the context of the story with the narrative.
Fr. Joseph gives the annual thanksgiving graduate retreat about the pathology of sin. The 2nd talk is about the anthropology of man to learn what Sin does to us.
Fr. Joseph gives the annual thanksgiving graduate retreat about the pathology of sin. After learning about the anthropology of man we explore the different illnesses that affect the soul and what parts of the soul are affected.
Fr. Joseph gives the annual thanksgiving graduate retreat about the pathology of sin. The 4th and final talk is about how the soul begins to be healed.
“What are you seeking and why?” The question that pounds in the heads of the hearers of this Bible study as Fr. Mina dives into what happens when wealth becomes an obsession and in their view becomes the only thing that makes life worth living.
Have you ever watched a child as his parents are away for a few hours? Often, you observe him making sure he is doing exactly what his parents taught him:: from food, homework, and bedtime routines and informing you to do them right as well as sticking to what his parents set for him and instructed him to do. It takes a very long time for him to turn away from seeking the instructions settled by his parents because this very child is always waiting to be instructed and corrected, even if he may not always show it. This week’s proverbs unfolds to us that the righteous is likened to such a wise son who listens and heeds to the instruction of his Father in heaven, whereas a person who does not hear His voice would suffer through living in torment with many thoughts and insecurities because we do not deeply know that we are loved by God, if we turn to diligence, we can only seek what is in God’s heart for us!
Be Imitators Of God - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
This week we concluded chapter 12 which continued to give insight on the way of the righteous contrasting it with the way of the foolish. The righteous man uplifts all those who encounter him.. There is not a single living person who is not looking for an uplifting word.. A word which only a righteous person can give and watch how it releases the many stresses of its hearer.
The wisdom of King Solomon which was granted to Him by our Lord continues to put its hearers and readers at awe as he continues to lead us through a journey of contracting the life of the righteous and how he bears fruits that are wrapped in the glory of God leading to eternal life and the life of the wicked which causes destruction to himself and the hindrance of those whom he seeks to destroy. A man who gives from his true richness is a man who was given from God Himself much, while a man who withholds and worries about what the earth has granted him from material securities causes poverty. Giving with joy and inner eternal peace leads to the winning of the souls to God, as they magnify tasting the Lord’s inheritance through the righteous who is recompensed on earth. Even the intent of doing good and serving even if the person can’t. God sees and holds precious to His heart!
This week’s Bible study passage is a powerful one as it touches many different important virtues and ways a christian ought to deal with things. Continuing our discourse on the difference between wisdom and foolishness. The rest of proverbs 11 reveals to us more forms of wisdom: Wisdom is in seeking counsel while submitting to God and saying “Let what was ordained before all ages happen to me” Wisdom allows us to heal each other with love while avoiding unnecessary criticism which leads to the paralysis of our neighbor’s growth. Wisdom is present in the inner beauty, it is the adornment of a gracious woman and the riches of mighty men. Wisdom is placed on what is of value and cannot be misplaced on what is worthless and leads to death. Let us hearken to be freed from sin which binds us!
God says “Your dishonest work and external practices are an abomination to me… I hate them” While God gives grace to the humble, the devil takes a hold of us when we are not willing to give up certain attachments for the sake of our glory to be joined with His. A man’s constant hussle and business with the labor of the day often make him forget the way of righteousness of His Lord and whose Body he is part of. Such forgetfulness leads to reaching for dishonestly, deceit and malice. What used to motivate us to do what is right and seek what is good has suddenly become forgotten or put aside because taking shortcuts are an easy way out of the active calling to bear the Cross of forsaking all in all just to be with Him. This week’s Bible study presented to us the clear discernment between good and evil, the hard yet glorifying path of a loving ever-gentle God, and the easy ever condemning way of laziness and deceit of the devil.
St. Mary's youth led by Elaria Ibrahim singing Of All Nations during the commemoration of the 21 Martyrs of Libya.Icon from ukcopticicons
Fr. Mark gives the sermon concerning the Inner Cross on the 3rd day of the feast of the Cross.
On the 3rd day of the Feast of the Cross, Michael Georgi gives the Sunday sermon concerning carrying our crosses.
Take Heed, Watch, and Pray- Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Be Diligent to be Found by Him in Peace - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin gives the Sunday sermon concerning the Gospel of the end times and focuses on how the devil will try to deceive us.
Fr. Mives gives the Sunday sermon concerning the Gospel of the end times and focuses on taking heed, watching, and praying.
Fr. Mark gives the Vespers sermon on the eve of the feast of summary concerning St. Mary being the model of holiness.
The Virtue of the Salty Word - Fr. Isaac Mansour by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Jacob gives the Vespers sermon concerning the Feast of our Lord's entry into the temple.
His Grace Bishop Gregory gives the vespers sermon concerning the 5-pronged weapon of King Jehoshaphat.
Fr. Benjamin gives the Sunday sermon and gives an in-depth explanation of the place of St. Mary in the Coptic Orthodox Church.
ثيؤطوكية الإثنين - أبونا بيشوي كامل غبريال by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
كيفية علاج الإحباطات - أبونا روفائيل عزمي by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Michael gives the vespers sermon on the sacrament of marriage, continuing our theme of the sacraments and the 7 minor feasts.
His Eminence Metropolitan Thomas gives the Vespers Sermon during St. Mary's fast concerning the spirituality of praise.
His Grace Bishop Basil gives the sermon on the Feast of the Wedding of Cana of Galilee, following in the theme of Nahda sermons this year, the 7 sacraments and the 7 minor feasts.
Fr. Abraam gives the sermon on the sacrament of the Eucharist, following in the theme of Nahda sermons this year, the 7 sacraments and the 7 minor feasts.
قيامة لعازر - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the story of Lazarus, focusing on the aspect of removing the stone.
Lambs Among Wolves - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Feeding Of The 5000 - Fr. Benjamin Girgis by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
A Call To Serve God - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الإيمان – نيافة الأنبا رافائيل by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the 4th week of the Holy 50 Days, concerning our Lord Jesus Christ being the Light of the world.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 4th week of the Holy 50 Days, concerning our Lord Jesus Christ being the True Light.
الماء الحي – نيافة الأنبا يوحنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الحجر عند القبر – نيافة الأنبا مارتيروس by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Michael George gives the sermon on the 3rd Sunday of the Holy 50 days concerning the bread of life in Gospel of St. John chapter 6.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the 3rd Sunday of the Holy 50 days concerning the bread of life in Gospel of St. John chapter 6.
This week’s proverb marks the last Bible study of the Spring 2024 which shall be resumed in September. As we were led into looking at the impact of wisdom on a wise man’s life. Proverb 10 continues on by showing how a wise son makes his parents glad. Who is the wise son but one who takes all types of lustful temptations and turns them into chances for growth in his spiritual life and fuel for prayer? Such a person, gladdens the heart of God and the hearts of his parents, as he is rescued by his righteousness from death by fleeing from any unjust way of attaining wealth or meeting his desires. Moreover, righteousness is in small things like a small meal made with love under simple ceilings. It is also in one who gathers and doesn't sleep in times of harvest, although times of harvest are difficult and require much work. Those times of harvest are the periods in one’s life when he is able to prostrate, fast, memorize scripture and raise his heart in prayer. These practices are what save and what is kept in one’s heart and mind for days of rain and old age. Fr. Mina emphasizes that a human being was not created to be idle.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the gospel of Thomas Sunday concerning the character of Thomas, his doubt, and how our Lord dealt with and healed this doubt.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the gospel of Thomas Sunday, concerning Thomas, his doubt, and how our Lord healed and dealt with him.
The Resurrection reenactment as prayed by Fr. Kyrillos Said, Fr. Morcos Habib, Dr. George Doss, George Tadros, Dr. Thomas Doss, and Daniel Doss.
Fr. Benjamin gives the sermon on the eve of Great Friday. He speaks about the New Covenant, what it means to us as Orthodox Christians and the love of God for humanity.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on Wednesday Eve of Pascha, he speaks about the parable of the 5 wise and 5 foolish virgins and relates it to the life of prayer. He speaks about what prayer is, its necessity in the life of repentance, and our obstacles to it.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the eve of Tuesday, he continues the theme of repentance and focuses on 7 main points to help us enter into the narrow gate.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the eve of Monday of the Holy Pascha. He speaks about the two main events on Monday, the cursing of the fig tree and the cleansing of the temple. He also warns against hypocrisy.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the blind man in John 9.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the blind man in John 9.
The proverb starts off by stating that Wisdom has slaughtered her meat and mixed her wine. What is the meat or blood if they are not the very body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ? Who has prepared for us a meal of love, that we may enter into the eternal heavenly Kingdom with Him. Fr. Mina emphasizes that those who await their entrance into eternity in order to experience heaven, waste their effort because truly heaven is already within us. Wisdom cries out from the highest, inviting all to dine with her, while saying that the awareness of the Lord’s presence is the beginning of wisdom. Foolishness, adversely, uses the same words wisdom does to invite people over, but while mislabeling things in order to seduce its hearers. All sin can provide is a false reality that stems from lusts and desires that do not exist.
Wisdom existed before all ages. How then can we see Wisdom? God places us inside of His heart, mind, and thoughts throughout every prayer we offer, Wisdom invites us to have a very intimate relationship with the Holy Trinity and says, "Come, I will show you the economy of salvation of my love for you." The same love with which the Father loves Me and with which I love him. Jesus Christ, our Savior, is Wisdom. And how can one get hold of such fruits? It is through one's life's ongoing struggle and labor because, in asking for a virtue, one is asking for a Divine characteristic. Furthermore, when someone requests such fruit, he is taken on a journey along the path of righteousness (Proverbs 8: 20). Fr. Mina emphasizes that one is only able to ask God with boldness because Wisdom gives him the right to do so.
His Eminence Metropolitan Thomas gives the sermon on the 3rd Sunday of Lent on the gospel of the Prodigal Son, Luke 15:11-32.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 3rd Sunday of Lent on the gospel of the Prodigal Son, Luke 15:11-32.
We are embarking on a journey to uncover God's Wisdom this week. King Solomon began the new proverb by saying that wisdom vies for the heart while lust vies for the external appearance. King Solomon had just concluded preaching against the practices of the immoral. As wisdom screams out from the top of the hills, inviting all of us who were found sick to come and have an encounter with her, this proverb encourages us to establish a genuine relationship with the Father. The unavoidable and recognizable voice of God is wisdom. Furthermore, it is spoken clearly to those who comprehend.
This week we are taken on a trip through the lens of Proverbs 7 which shows us the way that leads to the chambers of death. King Solomon shows us an example of a man who is lured down the path of iniquity. Not knowing that it would cost him his life. Sin here is represented by the immoral woman who seduces the simple to go with her and enjoy the luxurious, prideful, sinful life on her bed which is adorned with the finest linen on the outside, but in essence, it distorts the one word that best describes God: Love. Saying that love is the embrace of worldly longing and a vapid satisfaction.
Fr. Mina begins with Proverbs 6:20, where it is urgently urged that we retain God's commandment in our minds. According to Fr. Mina, until we temporarily live without God's commands, we are unable to fully appreciate their significance. The proverb then goes on to discuss living an immoral lifestyle outside of marriage, highlighting how many lives have been destroyed as a result of this route to sin and lifestyle. Pride and lust caused many people to lose their lives and walks with God. Fr. Mina makes a connection between the two, stating that people have made it their mission to follow their passions, which is why they are inextricably linked and frequently lead to one another. This week concludes with the opening of chapter 7, which emphasizes once more how crucial it is that we live according to God's instructions and bear His remembrance present in our lives!
This week's Bible study continues with a discussion on the value of work in one's life. According to what the Bible says, a person who does not labor should not eat. The work of God is not distinct from our occupations or our studies! God hastened us to subdue the earth during creation; every minute we spend studying or working at a job is a kind of subduing the earth. The proverb then goes on to describe the ant's labors, showing how, although producing relatively little each day, it accumulates enough food for the winter months over time, even if it does not see the results of its labors right away. Similar to how one's soul experiences winter, we must prepare ourselves by reading spiritual books that will keep our souls warm during this dark period. On the other hand, there is the slothful person who hides from God and the outside world and confides through a single habit. Fr. Mina talks about the seven things that God hates as he wraps up the proverb!
Fr. Mina continues by discussing the virtues of marriage in chapter 5 of the book of Proverbs, which states: "There is newness in marriage." Lust is there all around us and at the tips of our fingers. However, the holy mystery of marriage offers an opportunity to encounter a new kind of love—an unfathomably selfless love. This is the "running water" that King Solomon encourages us to drink from, as stated in Proverbs 5:15. The proverb concludes by emphasizing the value of privacy and stressing how much God values family life because it is the first system He established and was raised in. Fr. Mina divides the first three sorts of men in Proverbs 6 as follows: 1) The financially strapped 2) Indolent 3) A source of trouble. Fr. Mina discusses the significance of giving without expecting anything in return as he wraps up his discussion on the first category of men.
Fr. Mina continues with lectures 6 and 7 of Proverbs. King Solomon teaches us about growing in wisdom and accepting advice that the quality of our lives may improve. Fr. Mina then explains how the way of wisdom is one but there are many paths. Fr. Mina then expounds on not opening the door to sin and the harm this causes to an individual, especially in their youth, because of sin’s addictive nature. Lecture 7 then consists of King Solomon speaking about the importance of the commandments of God and the importance of the Heart.
Proverbs 4:1-9 - Reintroduction to Proverbs by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
His Grace Bishop Suriel teaches about the life of St. Habib Girgis who is an immensely important figure in the history of the church and more importantly in Christian education, this is part 2.
His Grace Bishop Suriel teaches about the life of St. Habib Girgis who is an immensely important figure in the history of the church and more importantly in Christian education, this is part 1.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon during the Sunday Liturgy on the Gospel of John 3:22-36 concerning Baptism and it's role in our lives.
H.G. Bishop Suriel gives the sermon during the Sunday Liturgy on the Gospel of John 3:22-36 concerning Baptism and Witness.
Song of Songs 7:9-8:14 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina continues Song of Songs bible study with the beginning of chapter 7, where God praises all the traits he finds beautiful in his beloved. Starting from the most insignificant features to the greatest, the Lord describes what characteristics he wants to build in his beloved, and the potential that he sees in the soul that she may not see in herself.
Fr. Mina continues chapter 6 by discussing the different seasons of the spiritual life represented by the different gardens mentioned throughout the book. The four seasons he discusses are spring, a period of grace; summer, a period where the consolations from God lessen; autumn, a period of suffering and humble submission; and winter, a period of purification to the highest order.
Fr. Mina begins chapter 6 by continuing his explanation of the different stages that the soul goes through in its marriage to God, including the period wherein the soul is seeking God but cannot find him. Fr. Mina notes that despite her fall, after the soul reunites with her beloved, she is met with the same praise as before as if nothing had changed- looking at her with the eyes of eternity.
Fr. Mina continues with the rest of chapter 5 of the Song of Songs by discussing how the human soul begins to describe God at the invitation of the saints. Thus, the soul is encouraged to focus on the characteristics of God, who he is, and what he has done rather than itself, which is the remedy for her lukewarmness.
1 Samuel 19 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina continues his study of the book of Song of Songs with the discussion of lukewarmness. In this state, the soul lacks commitment and love for God and prevents it from hearing the Lord’s voice. After lukewarmness when the soul ignites, the saints respond, “Tell us more about your beloved” which in turn begs the question from our Lord Jesus Christ, “Who do you say that I am?”
Fr. Kyrillos Ibrahim and Fr. Anthony Mourad host a combined Q&A between the Undergraduate and Graduate youth.
The 2nd lecture of the 2023 Graduate Youth Retreat. The theme of the retreat was "The Hidden Person of the Heart" (1 Peter 3:4), Fr. Kyrillos gave the second lecture on Interior Silence. He goes through 12 different types of silence and expounds on how one can go about each type.
The 4th and final lecture of the 2023 Graduate Youth Retreat. The theme of the retreat was "The Hidden Person of the Heart" (1 Peter 3:4), Fr. Kyrillos gave the final lecture on Inner Poverty, Meekness, and Modesty and gave beautiful definitions and steps we can take to attain these great virtues.
The third lecture of the 2023 Graduate Youth Retreat. The theme of the retreat was "The Hidden Person of the Heart" (1 Peter 3:4), Fr. Kyrillos gave the third lecture on Receptivity and Capacity for Divine Life. He goes through the capacity we have and how one can become more receptive for Divine life.
The 1st lecture of the 2023 Graduate Youth Retreat. The theme of the retreat was "The Hidden Person of the Heart" (1 Peter 3:4), Fr. Kyrillos gave the first lecture on the concepts of Hiddenness, Solitude, and Newness. He gave beautiful definitions for each concept as well as how we can go about living each one.
Fr. Mina continues with chapter 4 of the Song of Songs by discussing what happens after the marriage of the soul to God and its commitment to him when the soul becomes lukewarm and leaves her husband at midnight. At the most intimate time, the soul leaves the Lord knocking at the door to remain in her comfort. Although we are in need of Him, God sees us as an enclosed garden full of beautiful fruits and desperately pursues us.
Fr Mina continues his bible study with Song of Songs chapter 4 with more of the story of the souls marriage to God. Like a true lover, God describes to us the details of what he loves about us. Fr. Mina delves into the symbolism behind all beloved’s features that capture the lover’s heart, and how the love and word of God makes the beloved even more beautiful.
In this week's bible study, Fr Mina discusses the next stage of the soul’s journey with God by describing our marriage to God and how we can enter into the eternal Trinitarian love with the thermometer of our love to God being suffering. As much as the human soul praises God in heaven, God praises the human soul in a perfect requited love.
Fr. Mina continues with our study of the most beautiful song ever written. He speaks about how the human soul begins to feel discouraged when the soul does not feel God as it used to. The soul searches for God during the period of sin and doubt and does not find Him. When we do not find God in our laziness, we must rise now into action. The soul performs true repentance by searching for the One she loves. After this period the soul enters into marriage with God.
Fr. Mina continues the second chapter of Song of Songs by discussing the journey of the soul after she finds God and experiences the absence of God in periods of spiritual dryness. He explains how as doves, we can present little acts of love that become great.
Fr Mina continues Chapter 1 by expounding more on the initial period of grace as being a constant dialogue. He discusses how the way God sees us affects our prayer, and the lifting up our minds to be with the wounds of Christ
Fr. Mina continues our study of the book Song of Songs. He begins with a quick recap of last week's bible study and reminds us that we are interpreting the book as typology. The woman is the human soul and the Beloved is God. Fr. Mina then gives a verse-by-verse breakdown of the next 7 verses. He continues to explain the period of initial grace and we begin to hear how God speaks to the human soul during this period.
Fr. Mina returns with the Inn Bible Study. He begins the book Song of Songs which was written by King Solomon.
His grace Bishop Karas gives the sermon on the last Sunday before the Coptic new year. His grace teaches us how to be prepared for the second coming.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the last Sunday before the Coptic New Year. Fr. Mark teaches us how to prepare for the end of times.
Fr. Jacob gives the sermon during the vespers for the feast of the revealing of the assumption of the body of St. Mary.
Fr. Augustine Daoud gives the sermon on the 12th Night of Nahda. Fr. Augustine continues with the theme of this year and instructs us on Self-Control. Fr. Augustine focuses on the importance of Asceticism when it comes to self-control.
Dr. Wahid gives the sermon on the 14th Night of Nahda. Dr. Wahid continues with the theme of the fruit of the Spirit and focuses on Joy.
HG Bishop Saraphim gives the sermon on the 13th night of Nahda, during the vespers of the Feast of Transfiguration. His Grace speaks about the transfiguration and its relation to our mother St. Mary.
Fr. Mark Hanna gives the sermon on the 11th night of Nahda. Fr. Mark continues with the theme of this Nahda and instructs us on the fruit of Joy.
Fr. Morcos gives the sermon on faith, but focuses on dogma. He also warns us about some modern-day pitfalls and obstacles to faith.
Fr. Suriel Endrawis gives the sermon on the 8th night of Nahda. Fr. Suriel continues with the theme of this year being the fruit of the Spirit and instructs us concerning Gentleness.
Fr. Abraam Sleman gives the sermon on the 9th night of Nahda. We take a break from the theme concerning the fruit of the Spirit and focus on the gospel of Vespers. Fr. Abraam instructs us on Matthew 10:16-23, the commandment that Our Lord Jesus Christ gave to His disciples.
Fr. Anthony gives the sermon on the 7th night of Nahda. We take a quick break from speaking about the fruit of the Spirit and instead focus on the words of our mother St. Mary. Fr. Antony covers the 4 instances when St. Mary speaks and the 7 virtues we can learn from it.
Fr. Gabriel gives the sermon on the 6th night of Nahda. Fr. Gabriel continues with the theme of this year, He instructs us concerning Goodness.
Fr. Abraham gives the sermon on the 5th night of Nahda. Continuing the theme of the Fruit of the Spirit, Fr. Abraham instructs us on kindness.
Fr. Yacoub Ghaly gives the sermon on the 3rd night of Nahda. He keeps with the theme of the year and speaks about the Peace of the house as the fruit of the Spirit.
Dr. Hani Ashamalla gives the sermon on the 4th night of Nahda. Dr. Hani keeps with the theme of this year and speaks about Long-Suffering as the fruit of the Spirit. He speaks about Long-Suffering in many different facets of our lives.
Fr. Moises gives the sermon during vespers on the 2nd Night of Nahda. He gives it concerning the fruit of love, focusing on 1st Corinthians 13, the chapter of Love.
Fr. Abraam begins the Nahda lectures this year, the theme being the Fruit of the Holy Spirit, by speaking about the Who the Holy Spirit is.
Fr. Mina gives the Sunday sermon about the gospel of John 11, concerning the raising of Lazarus from the dead.
خدمة بصورة ربنا - أبونا منى ديميتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Being Filled With God - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
أحبوا أعداءكم - أبونا مينا ديميتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Essence Of Christianity - Fr. Pijimi Abba Moses by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
قوة الروح القدس على الشيطان - دياكون موسى by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Healing of the Paralytic Man - Dr. Ehab Ibrahim by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Example of Prayer - Fr. Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Faith of the Paralytic Man - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
A Scattered to Connected Spirit With God - Fr. Augustine Ibrahim by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Christ Our Light - Michael Georgi by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Feast of Pentecost - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Way, The Truth, and The Life - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
زمان لمعرفة ربنا - نيافة الأنبا ثيوفيلوس by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
عيد العنصرة - نيافة الأنبا يوسف by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon during the Good Friday service concerning the fulfillment of salvation.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the eve of Great Friday concerning Our Lords prayer at the Garden of Gethsemane.
3rd John - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on the gospel of the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the healing of the man born blind.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the gospel of the 6th Sunday of Lent concerning the healing of the man born blind.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the gospel of the 5th Sunday of Lent concerning paralyzed man.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the 3rd Sunday of Lent concerning Luke 15, the story of the prodigal son.
James 4:7-15 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the first Sunday of the Great Lent on laying up treasure in heaven.
Fr. Mina gives the Sunday sermon on the story of the healing of the blind man according to the gospel of John.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn bible study by finishing James chapter 1 and continuing to chapter 2.
Fr. Mina resumes the Inn Bible Study with the book of James, continuing with chapter 1.
Fr. Mina continues the bible study and tells us about the unique old testament prophecy of Obadiah.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn Bible Study with Psalm 5 and explains the words of King David the Prophet and Psalmist
Fr. Mark Hanna gives the sermon on the 2nd Sunday of the month of Kiahk, on the gospel of the Annunciation.
Fr. Kyrillos Said gives the sermon on the 2nd Sunday of the month of Kiahk, on the gospel of the Annunciation.
Jesus and the Rich Man - Fr. Mauritius Anba Bishoy by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Jesus and the Rich Man - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the Sunday gospel of the first week of Hathor concerning the story of the sower.
كل بيت منقسم على نفسه لا يثبت - ابونا مارك حنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترك كل شيء واتباع الرب - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Bishop Pavlos of Greece gives the sermon on the Catholic epistle of the 1st week of Paope.
Fr. Mina is back with the Inn Bible Study! This week he continues with 2nd Samuel 16-17:14 to as we near the end of the book of 2nd Samuel.
يسوع و زكا - أبونا مينا ديمتري by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Sin of Hypocrisy - Fr. Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Jesus and Zacchaeus - Fr. Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Dr. Mourad Takla gives a complete Bible Study on the book of Revelation, written by St. John The Beloved.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the Sunday Sermon on the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Thoout, on what must I do to enter the Kingdom of God.
Fr. Mark gives the Sunday Sermon on the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Thoout, on the commandments of God.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on St. John the Baptist concerning the 2nd Sunday Gospel of Tout.
روح الرب علي - أبونا يحنس السرياني by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Antony Andrews gives the sermon on the 1st Night of St. Mary's fast, On the mother of God by St. Jacob of Serugh.
Nahda 2022 - مثال الأسرة المقدسة في الكتاب المقدس - أبونا يحنس السرياني by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
God's Gifts To Us - Fr. Mauritius Abba Bishoy by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Benefiting From The Fast Of St Mary - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Becoming Like Children - Fr. Mauritius Abba Bishoy by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Becoming Like Little Children - Fr. Mark Hanna by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الخوف والقلق - أبونا داود لمعي by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
إرسال الرسل واختتام صوم الرسول - أبونا يحنس السرياني by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 14:4-15 - Bible Study - Father Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 11:14-12 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 13-14:3 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 9-11:13 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 7:15-8 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Samuel 6-7:14 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الخبز الحياة - نيافة الأنبا يوحنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
التجلي المقدس - نعمة الأنبا بولا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الجسد والدم للحياة الأبدية - نيافة الأنبا ثيوفيلوس by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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Fr. BIshoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih praises a selection of Resurrection Hymns.
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The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
The Fr. Bishoy Chorus led by Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih prays a selection of Holy Week hymns.
Fr. Kyrillos Said prays the Lamentations of Jeremiah during the 12th hour of Good Friday.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the 6th gospel of Holy Lent, concerning the blind man.
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the 5th week of lent concerning the gospel of the Paralyzed Man.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on the 5th week of lent concerning the gospel of the Paralyzed Man.
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on the 4th Sunday of Great Lent concerning the Samaritan Woman and Our Lord Jesus Christ as the Perfect Husband.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on the 4th Sunday of Great Lent concerning the Samaritan Woman.
Fr. Mauritius gives the sermon on the 3rd week of great lent, concerning the prodigal son.
Fr. Mina continues the inn bible study with chapters 27 and 28 of the book of 1st Samuel.
Fr. Mina gives the homily on the Last Sunday before the Great Lent on the essence of our relationship with God.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn Bible study with the book of Samuel and the story of King David.
Deacon Philopateer speaks about the language of heaven, praise. He gives insight into the hymns and their importance.
Fr. Mina continues with the Inn Bible study and the story of David and Saul, as David continues to find favor with others.
1 Samuel 15:17-16:12 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Samuel 14:15-15:17 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Samuel 13-14:14 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina continues with the book of Samuel and explains how Israel was being attacked and Saul at the beginning of his rule.
1 Samuel 9:16-10:16 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina gives the Sunday sermon on the 2nd Sunday of Hathour concerning the parable of the sower.
Fr. James Gendi gives the Sunday sermon on the 2nd Sunday of Hathour concerning the parable of the sower.
Fr. Mina continues to tell us about the story of Samuel as a child and how he dealt with Eli and his children.
The Inn Bible Study is back!! Fr. Mina resumes the bible study by starting the book of Samuel. He gives an overview of the time period and the book itself as he begins talking about Hanna.
Fr. Mina FImitri continues the Inn Bible study with the second week of 1st Samuell and continues to speak about Hannah.
1 Samuel 3:10-4:9 - Bible Study - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina gives the sermon on silence during the feast of the revealing of the assumption of St. Mary.
Fr. Mina continues with the book of Samuel, contrasting and comparing the sons of Eli to Samuel as is written in the book.
غفران الخطايا - نيافة الأنبا يوحنا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mark gives the sermon on the last Sunday of the coptic year concerning the 2nd coming.
الاستعداد للسماء - أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
نهاية العالم - نيافة الأنبا بنيامين by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Hail To Mary - Father Kyrillos Said by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترنيمة مالك يا مريم - أبونا كيرلس سيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترنيمة أنت الشفيع الاكرم - أبونا كيرلس سيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترنيمة يا سلام ع العدرا - أبونا كيرلس سيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترنيمه رشوا الورد يا صبايا - أبونا كيرلس سيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
ترنيمة يا مريم البكر فقت - أبونا كيرلس سيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
طلبات يعبس - نيافة الأنبا كاراس - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Augustine Daoud gives the sermon concerning the mystery of Christ as mentioned in the epistles of St. Paul.
Dr. Hani Ashmalla gives the sermon on being content as our mother St. Mary was content.
الكتاب المقدس في حياتنا - أبونا منى آفا مينا - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Anthony gives the sermon on having God within us and gives us practical tips on benefitting from the liturgy.
His Grace gives the sermon for nahda on how we can make "heroes" in our churches today.
The Epistle to the Galatians - Fr. Markos Ayoub - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
The Epistle of 2nd Timothy - Fr. Mark Cherubim - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Reading the Icon of Saint Mary - Dr. Wahid Girgis - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
طقوس البخور والشورى 1 - نيافة الأنبا بنيامين - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
طقوس البخور والشورى 2 - نيافة الأنبا بنيامين - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
الرسالة إلى أفسس أبونا ابرام جورجي - Nahda 2021 by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina finishes the book of Daniel with Chapter 12. The bible study will be taking a hiatus until after the feast of the assumption of St. Mary's body.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn bible study by finishing chapter 10 and beginning with Daniels vision in chapter 11.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn bible study by finishing chapter 9 and continuing to chapter 10.
الاستعداد لاستقبال الروح القدس أبونا كيرلس سعيد by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
His Grace Bishop Basil gives the sermon during liturgy concerning Unity and how this is God's will.
His Grace Bishop Basil speaks to the graduate meeting about how we can share God's grace with the world.
Fr. Mauritius gives the Sunday sermon and explains to us why we should not let our hearts be troubled.
حكم الآخرين - نيافة الأنبا بولا by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
تدبير الخلاص - نيافة الأنبا رافائيل by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mina continues the bible study with the rest of chapter 8 and continues with Daniel's visions.
Fr. Mina continues our bible study on the book of Daniel with the vision that Daniel had. Fr. Mina explains the vision concerning heaven and the Ancient of the Days and gives the Church father's interpretation of this vision. Fr. Mina then continues and gives an introduction to chapter 8.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn bible study this week with Daniel chapter 7. He begins by interpreting the vision that Daniel had with the 4 beasts.
Fr. Mina continues the inn bible study with Daniel 6 as he gives a beautiful breakdown of Daniel in the lions den.
His Grace Bishop Boulos of Kenya speaks to the graduate meeting about entering the school of God and its importance.
Dr. Mark Andrawis continues our monthly liturgical studies seminar on the rites and history of Holy Week as we approach the holiest time of year.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn Bible study on the book of Daniel. He continues to explain and delve into the history of Nebuchadnezzar and explains what happens after his death to Babylon and Daniel.
Fr. Mina continues the Inn bible study on the book of Daniel continuing from Daniel 3:28 to 4:30.
Fr. Kyrillos' gives his Sunday sermon on the gospel of the Samaritan woman on the 5th Sunday of great lent.
Fr. Mauritius' gives his Sunday sermon on the gospel of the Samaritan woman on the 5th Sunday of great lent.
Fr. Mina continues our study of the Book of Daniel by giving us commentary on the interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream and explores the events leading up to and during the fiery furnace.
Fr. Kyrillos' sermon on the 4th Sunday of Lent, concerning the prodigal son and repentance.
Fr. Mina continues with the book of Daniel as we continue our journey in during great Lent. He continues and finishes the first chapter and talks about the situation Daniel and his friends were.
Fr. Mina teaches us to seek the Kingdom of Heaven gives the sermon on the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Lent.
Fr. Mark encourages to invest in heaven as he breaks down the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Lent.
Fr. John gives this month's liturgical studies seminar and teaches us about the rites, spirituality, and history of the Great Lent readings and hymns.
Fr. Kyrillos begins the Liturgical Studies Seminar by giving an overview of the rites of the church and worship. Michael then continues to give some examples of rites, their basis, and their importance to the orthodox believer.
Fr. Mina has decided that this year for Lent we will be studying the book of Daniel. Fr. Mina starts this week by giving us an introduction to the book of Daniel and by contextualizing the period in which it was written and takes place. He then begins with chapter 1 and demonstrates how it is an introduction to what will take place in the book.
Fr. Kyrillos gives the sermon on the Sunday before the great fast and focuses on how we can prepare for the fast. He begins by speaking about the gospel in which our Lord Jesus Christ teaches us how we should fast.
Fr. Mina continues our study of the book of psalms with Psalm 117 a very beautiful psalm, and as Abouna says, one of St. Pope Kyrillos' favorite psalm.
Fr. Mina finishes the book of Jonah, a great example of repentance before the Great fast of lent begins.
St. Cyril's Liturgy of the faithful prayed by Fr. Kyrillos Said with Deacon Philopateer Abdelmessih and Deacon Arsany Doss.
Fr. Mina continues with the book of Jonah as the fast approaches and begins with the 2nd chapter of Jonah and some of the 3rd and relates the passage to our spiritual lives.
Fr. Mina continues with the book of Jonah, during the break from Psalms, as the fast approaches. He begins by talking about the historical context and validity of the book of Jonah and the validity of Jonah being its author. He then applies what Jonah goes through to our own spiritual lives and how we make the same mistakes frequently if not daily.
Fr. Mina takes a break from the book of Psalms to teach us about the book of Philemon. Philemon was a church member who had a slave named Onesphirus, who ran away. St. Paul meets Onesphirus and sees him as valuable for the ministry so he pleads to Philemon on his behalf. Fr. Mina will go into the specifics of the book, the historical context, and the spiritual meaning in our personal lives.
Fr. Mina's sermon on the gospel of the 4th week of Tobe, John 9:1-38. Fr. Mina gives this sermon in Arabic concerning the healing of the blind man
Fr. Mark's sermon on the gospel of the 4th week of Tobe, John 9:1-38. Fr. Mark focuses on the healing of the man born blind in this sermon.
Fr. Mina returns with the Inn bible study and continues with the book of Psalms. Fr. Mina today focuses on Psalm 84 (83 in the agpeya). This Psalm is one of four Psalms written by the children of Korah whose role was to be the gatekeepers of the temple. Fr. Mina goes through the whole Psalm giving a little history, contemplation, and relating it to our lives.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday sermon on the gospel of John 3:22-36 and the examples of the great forerunner, St. John the Baptist.
Fr. Mark's Sunday sermon on the gospel of John 3:22-36 concerning our Lord Jesus Christ as the true bridegroom as mentioned in the gospel.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday Sermon on the gospel of Luke 11:27-36, concerning the word of God.
Fr. Mark's Sunday Sermon on the gospel of Luke 11:27-36, concerning the eye as being the lamp of the body.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 4th week of Kiahk, Luke 1:57-80, concerning the praise of Zacharias.
Fr. Mauritius' Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 4th week of Kiahk, Luke 1:57-80, concerning the birth of St. John the Baptist.
Fr. Mark gives his sermon on the gospel of the first Sunday of the month of Kiahk, the Annunciation of the Birth of St. John the Baptist, from the gospel of Luke 1:1-25.
Fr. Mina continues the Ark bible study with Psalm 130, 129 in the Agpeya, which is prayed during the 12th hour. Psalm 130 is one of the 7 psalms of repentance, a psalm or pilgrimage, and a psalm of ascent. Psalm 130 is continually seen in worship and contains a great message and prayer.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 3rd Sunday of Hathor, which was from the gospel of St. Luke Chapter 14 verses 25-35. Here our Lord Jesus Christ gives the multitude direction on how to be disciples and how to follow God as Fr. Kyrillos further explains during his sermon.
Fr. Mark's Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 3rd Sunday of Hathor, which was from the gospel of St. Luke Chapter 14 verses 25-35. Christ speaks to the multitudes and explains the requirement and the conditions of discipleship as Fr. Mark explains them to us during this sermon.
Fr. Mina continues his weekly Sunday night bible study, the Inn, by continuing in the book of psalms and explains to us Psalm 2, and the depth behind it.
Fr. Mina continues his weekly Sunday night bible study, the Inn, by continuing in the book of psalms and explains the depth and meaning of Psalm 1.
Fr. Mark's Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Hathor, which is Matthew 13:1-9, the parable of the sower. Fr. Mark explains the different types of soil in this parable.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 2nd Sunday of Hathor, which is Matthew 13:1-9, the parable of the sower. Fr. Kyrillos explains this parable to us.
Fr. Mina begins our study on the book of Psalms by explaining how the psalms are a call to praise. All of the psalms are a great example of how our prayers should be, starting with human thoughts and always ending with praise to God. He goes through the different types of psalms and emphasizes the importance the psalms have in the monastic life as well as in the liturgical life.
Fr. Mina's Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 1st Sunday of Hathor, which is Luke 8:4-15, the parable of the sower. Fr. Mina explores the impact which the words of God can have on us.
Fr. Mauritius Sunday sermon on the gospel of the 1st Sunday of Hathor, which is Luke 8:4-15, the parable of the sower. Fr. Mauritius explains how this parable applies to our lives, and how we can listen and not only hear the words of God.
The last part of Fr. Mina's bible study on the book of Joel. The book of Joel is one of the 12 Minor Prophets who wrote about the day of the Lord, events that have occurred, and events that are still to come. Joel most likely wrote before the exile of Judah as a warning to repent.
Fr. Mina's weekly Sunday night bible study on the book of Joel. The book of Joel is one of the 12 Minor Prophets who wrote about the day of the Lord, events that have occurred, and events that are still to come. Joel most likely wrote before the exile of Judah as a warning to repent.
Fr. Mina's weekly Sunday night bible study on the book of Joel. The book of Joel is one of the 12 Minor Prophets who wrote about the day of the Lord, events that have occurred, and events that are still to come. Joel most likely wrote before the exile of Judah as a warning to repent.
Fr. Mina's weekly Sunday night bible study on the book of Joel. The book of Joel is one of the 12 Minor Prophets who wrote about the day of the Lord, events that have occurred, and events that are still to come. Joel most likely wrote before the exile of Judah as a warning to repent.
Fr. Mina's weekly Sunday night bible study on the book of Joel. The book of Joel is one of the 12 Minor Prophets who wrote about the day of the Lord, events that have occurred, and events that are still to come. Joel most likely wrote before the exile of Judah as a warning to repent.
Fr. Mark's Sunday Sermon on the 29th of the month, celebrating the 3 major feasts of the Annunciation, Nativity, and Ressurection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospel was Luke 1:26-38, the story of the annunciation of the Lord's birth to the Virgin Mary.
Fr. Mina's Sunday Sermon on the 29th of the month, celebrating the 3 major feasts of the Annunciation, Nativity, and Ressurection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospel was Luke 1:26-38, the story of the annunciation of the Lord's birth to the Virgin Mary.
Fr. Mina's sermon on this Sunday's Gospel, Luke 7:11-17. Which is the story of the raising of the Son of the Widow of Nain.
Fr. Mark's sermon on this Sunday's Gospel, Luke 7:11-17. Which is the story of the raising of the Son of the Widow of Nain.
John (4:5-4:5) - Part 2 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
John (4:5-4:5) - Part 1 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Introduction to John pt. 2 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Introduction to John pt. 1 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (2:9-4:6) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (7:35-9:20) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (15:28-16:24) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (9:20-11:1) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (3:18-5:19) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (10:8-12:4) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (6:3-7:35) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (5:19-8:7) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (12:4-12:20) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (11:1-12:12) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (12:12-14:19) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (14:19-15:28) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (4:6-6:3) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (12:20-13:14) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Corinthians (1:1-2:9) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (8:7-10:8) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Ephesians (6:10-6:17) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (2:9-3:18) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Ephesians (6:17-6:24) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 Corinthians (1:1-2:9) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Ephesians (2:19-3:13) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Colossians (3:10-4:18) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Philippians (2:21-4:1) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Philippians (4:1-4:23) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Philippians (1:1-1:19) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Thessalonians (1:1-2:17) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Bible Study: 2nd Thessalonians - Fr. Abraam Naguib - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Thessalonians (2:17-5:2) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Thessalonians 5:2- 2 Thessalonians 2:1 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Colossians (1:1-1:15) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 Timothy (2:15-6:22) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Philippians (1:19-2:21) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Colossians (1:15-2:9) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Colossians (2:9-3:10) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Bible Study: Philemon - Fr. Abraam Naguib - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
1 John (5:17- 2 John 1:2) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
2 John (1:11-3 John 1:7) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About the Revelation Churches) Part 4 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Bible Study: 3rd John - Fr. Abraam Naguib - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About the Revelation Churches) Part 2 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About the Revelation Churches) Part 1 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About Jerusalem) Part 3 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About Jerusalem) Part 2 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About the Revelation Churches) Part 5 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About Jerusalem) Part 1 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (20:7-21:26) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (19:9-20:6) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (17:8-19:8) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (21:26-end) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (About the Revelation Churches) Part 3 - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (11:14-12:14) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (15:1-17:8) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (12:14-15:1) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (4:11-7:14) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (3:7-4:11) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (7:14-11:14) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (1:12-3:6) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Revelation (1:1-1:12) - Arabic by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Fr. Mark's Sunday sermon on the gospel of Mark 2:1-12, the healing of the paralytic man.
Fr. Kyrillos' Sunday sermon on the gospel of Mark 2:1-12, the healing of the paralytic man.
Christ And The Sinful Woman - Fr. Mauritius Abba Bishoy by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ
Freedom From Sin - Fr. Mina Dimitri by Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick, NJ