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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.
April 23, 2022
Deliverance Resurrection Of The Dead
The Descent Into Hell
Gospel: Matthew 28: 1-20 Epistle: Romans 6:3-11
December 26, 2021
The Flight Into Egypt The Training Of Paul
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 2:13-23 Galatians 1:11-19
Sunday After Christmas
December 25, 2021
The Nativity And Incarnation The Eternal Son, The Fullness Of Time The Poor Hear The Gospel The Gentiles Seek The King Of The Jews
December 19, 2021
The Genealogy Of Christ A Cloud Of Witnesses
Sunday Before Christmas
December 12, 2021
Gospels:
Hierarchs Rightly Dividing The Word
Representing The High Priest
Shepherds In The Church
Hierarchs In The Church
December 6, 2021
Gospels:
Hierarchs Rightly Dividing The Word
Representing The High Priest
Shepherds In The Church
Hierarchs In The Church
December 4, 2021
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28,
November 30, 2021
The Apostle Andrew
Including Apelles, Aristobulus, Philologus And Stachys, Of The Seventy
November 28, 2021
The Hazard Of Wealth The Rich Young Ruler
The Riches Of His Grace
November 25, 2021
Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake
The Martyrs Barbara, Catherine, Paraskeva And Kyriake July 7, October 28, December 4,
November 21, 2021
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple The Earthly Sanctuary
Mary's Humility
The Presentation Of Mary In The Temple
November 16, 2021
Life Of The Apostle Matthew
Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 14, 2021
The Apostle Philip
Including Narcissus Of The Seventy And Joseph Of Arimathaea
Gospel: John 1:43-51 Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
November 11, 2021
Unmercenary Healers Cosmas & Damian And Menas
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
November 8, 2021
The Archangels Angelic Warfare
Angels And The Son Of God
The Archangels
November 1, 2021
Unmercenary Healers Cosmas & Damian And Menas
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
October 31, 2021
The Mystery Of Hell And How To Avoid It
Paul's Revelations
October 26, 2021
Demetrios And George, The Warrior-martyrs The Purpose Of Suffering The Hatred Of The World
Deliverance From Suffering
Warrior Martyrs: Demetrios And George
October 17, 2021
Good Works Parable Of The Sower
Gospel: Luke 8:5-15 Epistle: Titus 3:8-15
Fathers Of The 7th Ecumenical Council
October 9, 2021
James The Son Of Alphaeus
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 10:16-21 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
September 26, 2021
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 19, 2021
Gospel: Epistle:
The Word Of The Cross - Part Ii
Taking Up Our Cross
September 14, 2021
Gospel: Epistle:
The Exaltation Of The Cross The Cross Prefigured
The Word Of The Cross
The Exaltation Of The Cross
September 12, 2021
The Word Of The Cross - Part I The Son Of Man Is Lifted Up The Cross Can Be Offensive
September 8, 2021
The Nativity Of Mary Loving God First
The Wisdom Of God In A Mystery
The Nativity Of Mary
September 1, 2021
The Preaching And Prayers Of The Church
Gospel: Luke 4:16-22 Epistle: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
August 22, 2021
A Good Foundation Avoiding Wood, Hay And Straw Walking On Water By Faith
August 15, 2021
Gospel: Epistle:
The Falling Asleep Of Mary
The Role Of Mary In The Early Church
Mary: A Model Of Humility The Dormition
August 6, 2021
Gospel: Epistle:
The Uncreated Light
The Servants And The Master
July 25, 2021
The Gergesene Demoniacs And Covetousness The Law, Faith And Righteousness
July 20, 2021
The Feast Of Elijah The Role Of Prophets What Is Prophesy?
The Feast Day Of Elijah
July 18, 2021
The Fathers Of The Fourth Ecumenical Council
Rightly Dividing The Lord's Commandments Good Works
Fathers Of The 4th Ecumenical Council
July 11, 2021
Gospel: Epistle:
Serving Two Masters And The Lamp Of The Body Justification And Faith
Matthew 6:22-33 Romans 5:1-10
July 1, 2021
Gospels:
The Unmercenary Healers
Apostolic Work Of Healing
Demonstrating The Love Of God
Preparation For The Lord's Return
The Unmercenary Healers
June 27, 2021
Taking Up One's Cross And The Will Of God
A Great Cloud Of Witnesses
June 20, 2021
Pentecost Drinking The Living Water
Gospel: Epistle:
John 7:37-52, 8:12 Acts 2:1-11
Pentecost
June 13, 2021
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
June 10, 2021
The Feast Day Of The Apostle Barnabas
Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: Luke 10:16-21
June 10, 2021
The Ascension
The Second Coming
A Man Rules Heaven
Gospel: Epistle:
Luke 24:36-53 Acts 1:1-12
The Ascension
May 30, 2021
Sunday Of The Samaritan Woman Preparation Of Samaria
The Church In Antioch
Gospel: Epistle:
John 4:5-42 Acts 11:19-30
May 23, 2021
Sunday Of The Paralytic Tabitha And The Samaritans
Gospel: John 5:1-15 Epistle: Acts 9:32-42
May 16, 2021
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
May 10, 2021
The Apostle Simon The Zealot
Gospel: Epistle:
Matthew 13:54-58 1 Corinthians 4:9-16
April 24, 2021
Palm Sunday The Peace Of God
Gospel: John 12:1-18 Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9
Palm Sunday
April 24, 2021
The Life Of Mark The Evangelist
Gospel: Epistle:
Mark 6:7-13 1 Peter 5:6-14
April 4, 2021
Adoration Of The Cross The Priesthood
Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1 Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6
March 28, 2021
Healing The Paralytic Body And Soul
Angels And Our Salvation
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12 Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3
February 21, 2021
Deception Humility, Confession And Justification
Gospel: Luke 18:10-14 Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15
February 2, 2021
The Presentation Of The Lord In The Temple The Melchizedek Priesthood
The Presentation Of Christ
January 31, 2021
Zacchaeus Sunday The Role Of Bishops
Gospel: Luke 19:1-10 Epistle: 1 Timothy 4:9-15
January 24, 2021
Blind Bartimaeus Of Jericho
Lord Have Mercy Chief Of Sinners
January 17, 2021
Gospels: Hierarchs Rightly Dividing The Word, Representing The High Priest, Shepherds In The Church, Hierarchs In The Church
January 10, 2021
Sunday After Epiphany The Lord Begins His Work
Impact Of His Work
Sunday After Epiphany
January 6, 2021
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 3, 2021
History Of John The Baptist Preparation For Baptism The Mystery Of Godliness A Crown Of Righteousness
Sunday Before Epiphany
