ORTHODOX EDUCATION

Fall Session, 2025

October 06th – Nov. 24th

Our text for the 2025 Studies in the Faith class will be, The Orthodox Faith,
“Spirituality” Volume 4, by Fr.Thomas Hopko. Our class for this fall, will be taught over 8 class sessions, meeting on Monday evenings: 6:30 – 7:45pm.

These informative Zoom classes will serve as an excellent introduction to the Orthodox Faith for those interested in learning about the Orthodox Church. This series of classes will also provide an inspiring enrichment and review for practicing Orthodox Christians.

*Reading each week’s assigned chapter and participating in class discussions is encouraged to ensure that the sessions become an exciting and meaningful experience for all participants. For those interested in this fall’s class please email Fr. Peter at this address: frpeter@saint-anthonys.org (I will then, send you the Zoom link to logon). 

* Google SVS Press, go to the Find a Book tab at the top right of page, and type in: The Orthodox Faith, “Spirituality“. The cost of the book is $23. (Please order your copy as soon as possible and begin reading).

CHAPTERS TO BE DISCUSSED

Introductory Session – Monday October 6th
Chapter One: “Orthodox Spirituality”

Second Session – Monday October 13th 
Chapter Two: “The Beatitudes”

Third Session – Monday October 20th
Chapter Three: “The Virtues”

Fourth Session – Monday October 27th
Chapter Four: “The Greatest Virtue is Love”

Fifth Session – Monday November 3rd
Chapter Five: “Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving”

Sixth Session – Monday November 10th
Chapter Six: “Sexuality, Marriage, and Family”

Seventh Session – Monday November 17th
Chapter Seven: “Sickness, Suffering, and Death”

Eighth Session – Monday November 24th
Chapter Eight: “The Kingdom of Heaven”