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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, 2023
History Of John The Baptist Preparation For Baptism The Mystery Of Godliness A Crown Of Righteousness
Sunday Before Epiphany
December 25, 2023
The Nativity And Incarnation The Eternal Son
The Fullness Of Time The Poor Hear The Gospel The Gentiles Seek The King Of The Jews
Epistle: Christmas Eve: Christmas Day:
Christmas And Christmas Eve
Hebrews 1:1-12 Galatians 4:4-7
The Eternal Son The Fullness Of Time
December 24, 2023
The Genealogy Of Christ A Cloud Of Witnesses
Sunday Before Christmas
December 17, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
The Parable Of The Great Supper The Ancestors Of Christ
December 10, 2023
Healing On The Sabbath Armor And Weapons
Gospel: Luke 13:10-17 Epistle: Ephesians 6:10-17
December 4, 2023
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28,
December 3, 2023
Blind Bartimaeus Of Jericho Lord Have Mercy
Righteous Living
November 30, 2023
The Apostle Andrew
Including Apelles, Aristobulus, Philologus And Stachys, Of The Seventy
November 26, 2023
The Hazard Of Wealth The Rich Young Ruler Union With Christ
November 25, 2023
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28, December 4,
November 21, 2023
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple The Earthly Sanctuary
Mary's Humility
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
November 19, 2023
Parable Of The Rich Fool Jew And Gentile: Fellow Citizens
Gospel: Luke 12:16-21 Epistle: Ephesians 2:11-22
November 16, 2023
Life Of The Apostle Matthew
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 14, 2023
The Apostle Philip
Including Narcissus Of The Seventy And Joseph Of Arimathaea
Gospel: John 1:43-51 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 12, 2023
The Good Samaritan John The Merciful
Gospel: Luke 10:25-37 Epistle: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
November 8, 2023
The Archangels Angelic Warfare
Angels And The Son Of God
The Archangels
November 5, 2023
The Mystery Of Hell And How To Avoid It
The Cross Can Be Offensive
October 29, 2023
Jairus' Daughter Healing Of St. Veronica
Taking Up Our Cross
October 26, 2023
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, 2023
Good Works Parable Of The Sower
Gospel: Luke 8:5-15 Epistle: Titus 3:8-15
Fathers Of The 7th Ecumenical Council
October 9, 2023
James The Son Of Alphaeus
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 10:16-21 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
October 8, 2023
Raising The Son Of The Widow Of Nain Tithes, Festivals And Alms
October 1, 2023
Being Kind To The Ungrateful Sunday Of The Canaanite Woman
Treasure In Vessels Of Clay
September 26, 2023
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
September 17, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
The Word Of The Cross - Part Ii
Taking Up Our Cross
September 14, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
The Exaltation Of The Cross The Cross Prefigured
The Word Of The Cross
The Exaltation Of The Cross
September 10, 2023
The Word Of The Cross - Part I The Son Of Man Is Lifted Up The Cross Can Be Offensive
September 8, 2023
The Nativity Of Mary Loving God First
The Wisdom Of God In A Mystery
The Nativity Of Mary
September 1, 2023
The Preaching And Prayers Of The Church
Gospel: Luke 4:16-22 Epistle: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
August 15, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
The Falling Asleep Of Mary
The Role Of Mary In The Early Church
Mary: A Model Of Humility The Dormition
August 13, 2023
Our Life In Perspective Faith As A Mustard Seed
Increasing Our Faith
August 6, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
The Uncreated Light
The Servants And The Master
July 20, 2023
The Feast Of Elijah The Role Of Prophets What Is Prophesy?
The Feast Day Of Elijah
July 16, 2023
The Fathers Of The Fourth Ecumenical Council
Rightly Dividing The Lord's Commandments Good Works
Fathers Of The 4th Ecumenical Council
July 9, 2023
The Gergesene Demoniacs And Covetousness The Law, Faith And Righteousness
July 2, 2023
Great Faith Healing The Centurion's Slave
Slavery And Death The Presentation Of Mary
June 28, 2023
The Apostle Peter Including The Evangelist Mark, Of The Seventy
June 28, 2023
The Life Of The Apostle Paul Including Most Of The Seventy Apostles And Including Key Excerpts From John Chrysostom's Commentary On Paul's Epistles
June 25, 2023
Gospel: Epistle:
Serving Two Masters And The Lamp Of The Body Justification And Faith
Matthew 6:22-33 Romans 5:1-10
June 11, 2023
Taking Up One's Cross And The Will Of God
A Great Cloud Of Witnesses
June 10, 2023
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Barnabas
Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: Luke 10:16-21
June 10, 2023
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 4, 2023
Pentecost Drinking The Living Water
Gospel: Epistle:
John 7:37-52, 8:12 Acts 2:1-11
Pentecost
May 29, 2023
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, 2023
The Ascension
The Second Coming
A Man Rules Heaven
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 24:36-53 Acts 1:1-12
The Ascension
May 14, 2023
Sunday Of The Samaritan Woman Preparation Of Samaria
The Church In Antioch
Gospel: Epistle:
John 4:5-42 Acts 11:19-30
May 10, 2023
The Apostle Simon The Zealot
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 13:54-58 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
May 7, 2023
Sunday Of The Paralytic Tabitha And The Samaritans
Gospel: John 5:1-15 Epistle: Acts 9:32-42
April 29, 2023
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 15, 2023
Deliverance Resurrection Of The Dead
The Descent Into Hell
Gospel: Matthew 28: 1-20 Epistle: Romans 6:3-11
April 9, 2023
Palm Sunday The Peace Of God
Gospel: John 12:1-18 Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9
Palm Sunday
March 19, 2023
Adoration Of The Cross The Priesthood
Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1 Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6
March 12, 2023
Healing The Paralytic Body And Soul
Angels And Our Salvation
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12 Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3
February 5, 2023
Deception Humility, Confession And Justification
Gospel: Luke 18:10-14 Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15
February 2, 2023
The Presentation Of The Lord In The Temple
The Melchizedek Priesthood
The Presentation Of Christ
January 22, 2023
Zacchaeus Sunday The Role Of Bishops
Gospel: Luke 19:1-10 Epistle: 1 Timothy 4:9-15
January 8, 2023
Sunday After Epiphany The Lord Begins His Work
Impact Of His Work
Sunday After Epiphany
January 6, 2023
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
