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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 27, 2020
The Flight Into Egypt The Training Of Paul
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 2:13-23 Galatians 1:11-19
Sunday After Christmas
December 25, 2020
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 20, 2020
The Genealogy Of Christ A Cloud Of Witnesses
Sunday Before Christmas
December 6, 2020
Gospels:
Nicholas Of Myra -- Hierarchs
Rightly Dividing The Word
Representing The High Priest
Shepherds In The Church
Hierarchs In The Church
November 30, 2020
The Apostle Andrew
Including Apelles, Aristobulus, Philologus And Stachys, Of The Seventy
November 25, 2020
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28, December 4,
November 22, 2020
Parable Of The Rich Fool Jew And Gentile: Fellow Citizens
November 21, 2020
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple The Earthly Sanctuary
Mary's Humility
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
November 16, 2020
Life Of The Apostle Matthew
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 14, 2020
The Apostle Philip
Including Narcissus Of The Seventy And Joseph Of Arimathea
Gospel: John 1:43-51 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 8, 2020
The Archangels Angelic Warfare
Angels And The Son Of God Jairus' Daughter
The Archangels
November 1, 2020
The Unmercenary Healers Cosmas & Damian
Apostolic Work Of Healing Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Mystery Of Hell
Gospels:
Matthew 10:1-8 John 15:17-16:2 Luke 10:16-21 Luke 12:32-40
Epistles:
The Unmercenary Healers
October 26, 2020
Demetrios And George, The Warrior-martyrs The Purpose Of Suffering The Hatred Of The World Deliverance From Suffering
Warrior Martyrs: Demetrios And George
October 11, 2020
Good Works Parable Of The Sower
Gospel: Luke 8:5-15 Epistle: Titus 3:8-15
Fathers Of The 7th Ecumenical Council
October 9, 2020
James The Son Of Alphaeus
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 10:16-21 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
October 4, 2020
Being Kind To The Ungrateful Treasure In Vessels Of Clay Holiness
September 27, 2020
The Calling Of The Twelve Paul's Work Among The Churches
September 26, 2020
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, 2020
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 20, 2020
Gospel: Epistle:
The Word Of The Cross - Part Ii
Taking Up Our Cross
September 14, 2020
Gospel: Epistle:
The Exaltation Of The Cross The Cross Prefigured
The Word Of The Cross
The Exaltation Of The Cross
September 13, 2020
The Word Of The Cross - Part I The Son Of Man Is Lifted Up The Cross Can Be Offensive
September 8, 2020
The Nativity Of Mary Loving God First
The Wisdom Of God In A Mystery
The Nativity Of Mary
September 1, 2020
The Preaching And Prayers Of The Church
Gospel: Luke 4:16-22 Epistle: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
August 16, 2020
Our Life In Perspective Faith As A Mustard Seed
Increasing Our Faith
August 15, 2020
Gospel: Epistle:
The Falling Asleep Of Mary
The Role Of Mary In The Early Church
Mary: A Model Of Humility The Dormition
August 8, 2020
A Good Foundation Avoiding Wood, Hay And Straw Walking On Water By Faith
August 6, 2020
Gospel: Epistle:
The Uncreated Light
The Servants And The Master
July 27, 2020
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers
Paraskeva And Panteleimon
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
July 25, 2020
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers
Paraskeva And Panteleimon
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
July 20, 2020
The Feast Of Elijah The Role Of Prophets What Is Prophesy?
The Feast Day Of Elijah
July 19, 2020
The Fathers Of The Fourth Ecumenical Council
Rightly Dividing The Lord's Commandments Good Works
Fathers Of The 4th Ecumenical Council
July 12, 2020
The Gergesene Demoniacs And Covetousness The Law, Faith And Righteousness
July 5, 2020
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers:
Cosmas & Damian; Athanasius Of Athos
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
July 1, 2020
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers:
Cosmas & Damian; Athanasius Of Athos
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
June 28, 2020
Gospel: Epistle:
Serving Two Masters And The Lamp Of The Body Justification And Faith
Matthew 6:22-33 Romans 5:1-10
June 14, 2020
Taking Up One's Cross And The Will Of God
A Great Cloud Of Witnesses
June 10, 2020
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Barnabas
Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: Luke 10:16-21
June 7, 2020
Pentecost Drinking The Living Water
Gospel: Epistle:
John 7:37-52, 8:12 Acts 2:1-11
Pentecost
May 31, 2020
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 28, 2020
The Ascension
The Second Coming
A Man Rules Heaven
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 24:36-53 Acts 1:1-12
The Ascension
May 17, 2020
Sunday Of The Samaritan Woman Preparation Of Samaria
The Church In Antioch
Gospel: Epistle:
John 4:5-42 Acts 11:19-30
May 9, 2020
Sunday Of The Paralytic Tabitha And The Samaritans
Gospel: John 5:1-15 Epistle: Acts 9:32-42
May 9, 2020
The Apostle Simon The Zealot
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 13:54-58 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
May 3, 2020
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, 2020
The Life Of Mark The Evangelist
Gospel: Epistle:
Mark 6:7-13 1 Peter 5:6-14
April 12, 2020
Palm Sunday The Peace Of God
Gospel: John 12:1-18 Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9
Palm Sunday
March 22, 2020
Adoration Of The Cross The Priesthood
Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1 Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6
March 15, 2020
Healing The Paralytic Body And Soul
Angels And Our Salvation
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12 Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3
February 9, 2020
Deception Humility, Confession And Justification
Gospel: Luke 18:10-14 Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15
February 2, 2020
The Presentation Of The Lord In The Temple
The Melchizedek Priesthood
The Presentation Of Christ
January 26, 2020
Zacchaeus Sunday The Role Of Bishops
Gospel: Luke 19:1-10 Epistle: 1 Timothy 4:9-15
January 19, 2020
The Ancestors Of Christ Lepers, Samaritans And Gratitude
Epistle: Colossians 3:4-11 Gospel: Luke 17:12-19
January 12, 2020
Sunday After Epiphany The Lord Begins His Work
Impact Of His Work
Sunday After Epiphany
January 6, 2020
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
January 5, 2020
History Of John The Baptist Preparation For Baptism The Mystery Of Godliness A Crown Of Righteousness
Sunday Before Epiphany
