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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 30, 2018
The Flight Into Egypt The Training Of Paul
Sunday After Christmas
December 23, 2018
The Genealogy Of Christ A Cloud Of Witnesses
Sunday Before Christmas
December 9, 2018
Healing On The Sabbath Armor And Weapons
Epistle: Ephesians 6:10-17 Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
December 6, 2018
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 4, 2018
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28,
November 30, 2018
The Apostle Andrew
Including Apelles, Aristobulus, Philologus And Stachys, Of The Seventy
November 25, 2018
The Hazard Of Wealth The Rich Young Ruler
Gospel: Luke 18:18-27
November 25, 2018
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28, December 4,
November 21, 2018
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
The Earthly Sanctuary
Mary's Humility
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
November 16, 2018
The Apostle Matthew
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 14, 2018
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, 2018
The Archangels Angelic Warfare
Angels And The Son Of God
The Archangels
October 26, 2018
Demetrios And George, The Warrior-martyrs The Purpose Of Suffering The Hatred Of The World Deliverance From Suffering
Warrior Martyrs: Demetrios And George
October 14, 2018
Good Works Parable Of The Sower
Gospel: Luke 8:5-15 Epistle: Titus 3:8-15
Fathers Of The 7th Ecumenical Council
September 30, 2018
Being Kind To The Ungrateful Treasure In Vessels Of Clay
September 26, 2018
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 16, 2018
Gospel: Epistle:
The Word Of The Cross - Part Ii
Taking Up Our Cross
September 14, 2018
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 9, 2018
The Word Of The Cross - Part I The Son Of Man Is Lifted Up The Cross Can Be Offensive
September 8, 2018
The Nativity Of Mary Loving God First
The Wisdom Of God In A Mystery
The Nativity Of Mary
September 1, 2018
The Preaching And Prayers Of The Church
Gospel: Luke 4:16-22 Epistle: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
August 15, 2018
Gospel: Epistle:
The Falling Asleep Of Mary
The Role Of Mary In The Early Church
Mary: A Model Of Humility The Dormition
August 6, 2018
Gospel: Epistle:
The Uncreated Light
The Servants And The Master
July 29, 2018
A Good Foundation Avoiding Wood, Hay And Straw Walking On Water By Faith
July 20, 2018
The Feast Of Elijah The Role Of Prophets What Is Prophesy?
The Feast Day Of Elijah
July 15, 2018
The Fathers Of The Fourth Ecumenical Council
Rightly Dividing The Lord's Commandments Good Works
Fathers Of The 4th Ecumenical Council
July 1, 2018
The Unmercenary Healers: Cosmas & Damian
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
Gospels:
Matthew 10:1-8 John 15:17-16:2 Luke 10:16-21 Luke 12:32-40
Epistles:
The Unmercenary Healers
July 1, 2018
The Gergesene Demoniacs And Covetousness The Law, Faith And Righteousness
June 17, 2018
Serving Two Masters And The Lamp Of The Body Justification And Faith
Gospel: Matthew 6:22-33 Epistle: Romans 5:1-10
June 11, 2018
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 10, 2018
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Barnabas
Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: Luke 10:16-21
June 3, 2018
Taking Up One's Cross And The Will Of God
A Great Cloud Of Witnesses
May 27, 2018
Pentecost Drinking The Living Water
Gospel: Epistle:
John 7:37-52, 8:12 Acts 2:1-11
Pentecost
May 20, 2018
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 17, 2018
The Ascension
The Second Coming
A Man Rules Heaven
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 24:36-53 Acts 1:1-12
The Ascension
May 10, 2018
The Apostle Simon The Zealot
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 13:54-58 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
May 6, 2018
Sunday Of The Samaritan Woman Preparation Of Samaria
The Church In Antioch
Gospel: Epistle:
John 4:5-42 Acts 11:19-30
April 29, 2018
Sunday Of The Paralytic Tabitha And The Samaritans
Gospel: John 5:1-15 Epistle: Acts 9:32-42
April 22, 2018
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 1, 2018
Palm Sunday The Peace Of God
Gospel: John 12:1-18 Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9
Palm Sunday
March 11, 2018
Adoration Of The Cross The Priesthood
Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1 Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6
March 4, 2018
Healing The Paralytic Body And Soul
Angels And Our Salvation
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12 Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3
February 2, 2018
The Presentation Of The Lord In The Temple The Melchizedek Priesthood
The Presentation Of Christ
January 28, 2018
Deception Humility, Confession And Justification
Gospel: Luke 18:10-14 Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15
January 17, 2018
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 6, 2018
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
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
