MISSION AND OUTREACH

Outreach is not a person, committee or project. Outreach is an attitude and a person-to-person process. We offer these ways to make the process personal.

CATECHISM

Catechism is the teaching of religion by question and answer. Spiritual guidance from clergy is available for individuals who are seeking Orthodoxy:    

    • Exploring the Orthodox faith.
    • Preparing to become an Orthodox Christian through baptism and chrismation.
    • Contemplating an interfaith marriage or are already married.
    • Orthodox Christians who wish to learn more about the faith.

 Activities include:
    • Attending Sunday church services and feast days of the Church.
    • Read spiritual reading assignments.
    • Engage in meaningful Q & A.

All books of study are available to purchase online. Contact the church office for an appointment.

INDIVIDUAL ORTHODOX STUDY

The goal is to:

• Become familiar with the basic historical contexts of Orthodox Christianity – the various churches together with their theological outlooks, liturgical practices, and manifestations of spirituality.
• Understand and interpret, through careful study, the basic themes, dimensions, and values of Orthodox Christianity; to see Orthodoxy as the Church sees herself.
• Discuss our findings, seeking to test their relevance and application today, in terms of urgent issues of our personal and social lives.

Suggested reading:
The Orthodox Church, Bishop Kallistos Ware
The Orthodox Way, Bishop Kallistos Ware
The Divine Liturgy, Hugh Wybrew

Bookstore Links:
Holy Cross Bookstore –  http://holycrossbookstore.com
Light and Life Publishing – http://www.light-n-life.com/books.html
St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press – http://www.svspress.com

NON-ORTHODOX SPOUSES

Many people come to know and accept the Orthodox faith through marriage to Orthodox Christians. This is often a sensitive and critical topic to explore. Personal contact with our priest can be a first step in spiritual guidance.