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These Bible Studies represent our best effort to describe what the Church Fathers have had to say about the Church Lectionary, which has its roots in Apostolic times, and which has a topic prescribed for each given day. It is a work in process; some Studies have been updated recently, while others are on the list for an update. While the Studies are listed by date, you may search for topics or Scripture References using our Search Page. For example, a search on “Joshua” will uncover a number of references somewhere in the Studies. If there is a topic that you would like more information on, please contact Mark Kern at mark.kern@cox.net or write to Mark Kern c/o St. Athanasius Orthodox Church.
December 31, 2017
History Of John The Baptist Preparation For Baptism The Mystery Of Godliness A Crown Of Righteousness
Sunday Before Epiphany
December 25, 2017
The Nativity And Incarnation The Eternal Son
The Fullness Of Time The Poor Hear The Gospel The Gentiles Seek The King Of The Jews
Gospel: Christmas Eve: Christmas Day:
Luke 2:1-20 Matthew 2:1-12
Christmas And Christmas Eve
December 24, 2017
The Genealogy Of Christ A Cloud Of Witnesses
Sunday Before Christmas
December 10, 2017
Healing On The Sabbath Armor And Weapons
Epistle: Ephesians 6:10-17 Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
December 6, 2017
Gospels:
Hierarchs
Rightly Dividing The Word
Representing The High Priest
Shepherds In The Church
Matthew 5:14-19 Luke 6:17-23 John 10:9-16
Hierarchs In The Church
December 3, 2017
Righteous Living Blind Bartimaeus Of Jericho
Gospel: Luke 18:35-43 Epistle: Ephesians 5:8-19
November 30, 2017
The Apostle Andrew
Including Apelles, Aristobulus, Philologus And Stachys, Of The Seventy
November 26, 2017
The Hazard Of Wealth The Rich Young Ruler
Union With Christ
Gospel: Luke 18:18-27
November 25, 2017
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28, December 4,
November 21, 2017
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
The Earthly Sanctuary
Mary's Humility
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
November 19, 2017
Parable Of The Rich Fool Jew And Gentile: Fellow Citizens
November 16, 2017
The Apostle Matthew
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 14, 2017
The Apostle Philip
Including Narcissus Of The Seventy And Joseph Of Arimathaea
Gospel: John 1:43-51 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 8, 2017
The Archangels Angelic Warfare
Angels And The Son Of God
The Archangels
November 5, 2017
The Mystery Of Hell And How To Avoid It
The Cross Can Be Offensive
October 26, 2017
Demetrios And George, The Warrior-martyrs The Purpose Of Suffering The Hatred Of The World
Deliverance From Suffering
Warrior Martyrs: Demetrios And George
October 15, 2017
Good Works Parable Of The Sower
Gospel: Luke 8:5-15 Epistle: Titus 3:8-15
Fathers Of The 7th Ecumenical Council
October 9, 2017
James The Son Of Alphaeus
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 10:16-21 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
October 8, 2017
Tithes, Festivals And Alms Raising The Son Of The Widow Of Nain
September 26, 2017
The Apostle John The Beloved Apostle
Perfecting The Love Of God In Us
Gospel: John 19:25-27, 21:24-25 Epistle: 1 John 4:12-19
The Apostle John
September 24, 2017
The Unmercenary Healers: Thekla Of Iconium
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Calling Of The Twelve
The Unmercenary Healers
September 17, 2017
Gospel: Epistle:
The Word Of The Cross - Part Ii
Taking Up Our Cross
September 14, 2017
Gospel: Epistle:
The Exaltation Of The Cross
The Cross Prefigured
The Word Of The Cross
John 19:6-35 1 Corinthians 1:18-24
The Exaltation Of The Cross
September 10, 2017
The Word Of The Cross - Part I The Son Of Man Is Lifted Up The Cross Can Be Offensive
September 8, 2017
The Nativity Of Mary Loving God First
The Wisdom Of God In A Mystery
The Nativity Of Mary
September 1, 2017
The Preaching And Prayers Of The Church
Gospel: Luke 4:16-22 Epistle: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
August 15, 2017
Gospel: Epistle:
The Falling Asleep Of Mary
The Role Of Mary In The Early Church
Mary: A Model Of Humility The Dormition
August 13, 2017
Our Life In Perspective Faith As A Mustard Seed
Increasing Our Faith
August 6, 2017
Gospel: Epistle:
The Uncreated Light
The Servants And The Master
July 27, 2017
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers: Panteleimon
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
Matthew 10:1-8 John 15:17-16:2 Luke 10:16-21 Luke 12:32-40
Epistles:
The Unmercenary Healers
July 20, 2017
The Feast Of Elijah The Role Of Prophets What Is Prophesy?
The Feast Day Of Elijah
July 16, 2017
The Fathers Of The Fourth Ecumenical Council
Rightly Dividing The Lord's Commandments Good Works
Fathers Of The 4th Ecumenical Council
July 9, 2017
The Gergesene Demoniacs And Covetousness The Law, Faith And Righteousness
June 29, 2017
The Feast Day Of Peter And Paul Peter: The Rock Paul's Revelations
Feast Day Of Peter And Paul
June 25, 2017
Serving Two Masters And The Lamp Of The Body Justification And Faith
Gospel: Matthew 6:22-33 Epistle: Romans 5:1-10
June 11, 2017
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Barnabas
Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: Luke 10:16-21
June 11, 2017
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Nathanael
Gospel:
Luke 10:16-21
Epistle:
Acts 11:19-30
1st Reading For Vespers: 1 Peter 1:3-9
2nd Reading For Vespers: 1 Peter 1:13-19
3rd Reading For Vespers: 1 Peter 2:11-24
Matins Gospel: John 21:15-25
June 11, 2017
Taking Up One's Cross And The Will Of God
A Great Cloud Of Witnesses
June 4, 2017
Pentecost Drinking The Living Water
Gospel: Epistle:
John 7:37-52, 8:12 Acts 2:1-11
Pentecost
May 28, 2017
Sunday Of The Fathers Of The 1st Ecumenical Council The Church In Ephesus
Gospel: Epistle:
John 17:1-13 Acts 20:16-18, 28-36
May 25, 2017
The Ascension
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 24:36-53 Acts 1:1-12
The Second Coming A Man Rules Heaven
The Ascension
May 14, 2017
Sunday Of The Samaritan Woman Preparation Of Samaria
The Church In Antioch
Gospel: Epistle:
John 4:5-42 Acts 11:19-30
May 10, 2017
The Apostle Simon The Zealot
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 13:54-58 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
May 7, 2017
Sunday Of The Paralytic Tabitha And The Samaritans
Gospel: John 5:1-15 Epistle: Acts 9:32-42
April 30, 2017
The Myrrh-bearing Women Joseph Of Arimathea And Nicodemus The Seven Deacons And Early Evangelism
Gospel: Mark 15:43-16:8 Epistle: Acts 6:1-7
April 25, 2017
The Feast Day Of Mark The Evangelist
Gospel: Epistle:
Mark 6:7-13 1 Peter 5:6-14
April 15, 2017
Deliverance Resurrection Of The Dead
The Descent Into Hell
Gospel: Matthew 28: 1-20 Epistle: Romans 6:3-11
April 9, 2017
Palm Sunday The Peace Of God
Gospel: John 12:1-18 Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9
Palm Sunday
March 19, 2017
Adoration Of The Cross The Priesthood
Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1 Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6
March 12, 2017
Healing The Paralytic Body And Soul
Angels And Our Salvation
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12 Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3
February 5, 2017
Deception Humility, Confession And Justification
Gospel: Luke 18:10-14 Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15
February 2, 2017
The Presentation Of The Lord In The Temple The Melchizedek Priesthood
The Presentation Of Christ
January 17, 2017
Hierarchs Antony, Athanasius, Cyril, Euthymios, Gregory, John Chrysostom
Rightly Dividing The Word Representing The High Priest
Shepherds In The Church
Hierarchs In The Church
January 8, 2017
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Sunday After Epiphany The Lord Begins His Work
Impact Of His Work
Sunday After Epiphany
January 6, 2017
Epiphany Feast Day Of John The Baptist John's Baptism In Perspective
John's Baptism Of Jesus The Blessing Of The Waters
Baptism Saves Us
Epiphany
