Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States

The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States is composed of 95 priests serving the 71 churches and 36 Coptic communities. More

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The Season of the Church

Holy Great Fast

Feb 24 - Apr 11, 2025
Meshir 17 - Parmoute 3, 1741

Lazarus Saturday | Apr 12
Hosanna Sunday | Apr 13
Holy Week | Apr 14-18
Joyous Saturday | Apr 19

Today's Readings

April 2, 2025
Paremhotep 24, 1741

Since we were wounded by sin, we must treat it with penance. But penance without fast is worthless. Then by fasting justify yourself before God!
St. Basil

Readings During the Holy Great Fast

Journey through the Holy Great Fast
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Holy Great Fast: Sunday Readings Only
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Daily Journey Through Holy Great Fast With The Early Church
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Elevation of HE Metropolitan Youssef by HH Pope Tawadros II

Elevation of HE Metropolitan Youssef: Divine Liturgy by HH Pope Tawadros II

Elevation of HE Metropolitan Youssef - Divine Liturgy by HH Pope Tawadros II

Coptic Hymns: Hymns for Elevation

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Diocese Educational Programs

Asaph Hymns Institute

(AHI) is the first ever online hymnological seminary.
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Family Ministry Program

(FMP) Spring Registration deadline for new students: Nov 30, 2024
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LEAD Program

A program for learning Christian leadership principles.
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Sound Mind & Spirit Mental Health Awareness

A program for learning about mental illnesses.
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Theological Seminary Program

Program Registration deadline for new students: March 15, 2025
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Theological Seminary Program - Nashville

An Arabic theological program located in Nashville.
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Diocese Programs

Archangel Raphael Ministry (A.R.M.)

A ministry designed specifically for individuals with special needs.
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BRAVE Men's Ministries

A ministry to restore the identity and role of men according to God's purpose.
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H.O.P.E. Social Services

A social services program designed to help those in need.
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Orthodox Christian Campus Ministries

An official campus ministry organization.
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Special Needs Ministry

A ministry designed for individuals with special needs.
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St. Mark Festival Program

This is a spiritual competition among the Coptic Churches doing the same activity world wide.
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St. Verena Resource Ministry

(SVRM) Professionals networking together to make a difference and provide resources to our Coptic community. To make a request or to volunteer as a consultant.
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