Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States
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The Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States is composed of 95 priests serving the 69 churches and 36 Coptic communities. More

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The Season of the Church

The Nativity Fast

Nov 25, 2024 - Jan 6, 2025
Hathor 16 - Koiahk 28, 1741

Today's Readings

December 2, 2024
Hathor 23, 1741

He came to earth to raise you to heaven. There was no place for Him except in the cow's manger, to prepare for you a mansion in heaven.
St. Ambrose, Bishop of Milan

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Readings

Introduction to the Readings of the Coptic New Year
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Coptic New Year Program
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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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Official Publishing Arm of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern US
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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) Summer Registration deadline for new students: Nov 20, 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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Triumphant Christian Church

A ministry designed for men who are seeking recovery from the bondage of addiction.
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Diocese Coptic Schools

Boca Raton, FL

St. Luke Academy
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New Port Richey, FL

St. Mary Orthodox Christian School
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Children of Light Academy (COLA)
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Nashville, TN

St. Clement Christian Academy
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Diocese Events

Pre-Marital Retreat

TX: TBD
FL: Jan 10-12, 2025
TN: TBD
GA: TBD
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SUS Young Professionals Pilgrimage

May 2-11, 2025
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SUS Mission Experience - Dominican Republic

Aug 31 - Sept 12, 2025
Medical & Dental Professionals Needed
Registration Opens: January 19, 2025
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CENTRAL REGION

Family Convention

Nov 29-30, 2024
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HS Boys Winter Convention

Dec 21-24, 2024
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HS Girls Winter Convention

Dec 25-28, 2024
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MS Boys Winter Convention

Dec 27-30, 2024
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MS Girls Winter Convention

Dec 27-30, 2024
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College Winter Convention

Jan 1-4, 2025
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FLORIDA REGION

Thanksgiving Family Convention

Nov 27-30, 2024
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College Winter Convention

Dec 15-18, 2024
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MS Girls Winter Convention

Dec 20-22, 2024
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HS Boys Winter Convention

Dec 22-24, 2024
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HS Girls Winter Convention

Dec 29-31, 2024
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WESTERN REGION

MS Boys Winter Camp

Dec 21-23, 2024
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Texas Wide Elementary Retreat

Dec 21-23, 2024
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MS Girls Winter Camp

Dec 26-28, 2024
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HS Girls Winter Retreat

Dec 26-28, 2024
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HS Boys Winter Retreat

Dec 26-28, 2024
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Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States

P.O. Box 1005
Colleyville, TX 76034

Tel: 817-841-9353
Fax: 817-704-2389

admin@suscopts.org

St. Stephen Retreat Center

4951 S. Washington Ave.
Titusville, FL 32780

Tel: 321-567-4961
Fax: 321-567-4955

ststephenretreat.org

St. Mary & St. Demiana Convent

330 Village Dr.
Dawsonville, GA 30534

Tel: 678-842-3281
Fax: 817-704-2389

convent.suscopts.org

St. Mary & St. Moses Abbey

101 South Vista Drive
Sandia, TX 78383

Tel: 361-547-3257
Fax: 817-231-0135

abbey.suscopts.org

St. Mary & St. Phoebe Consecrated Sisters

sisters.suscopts.org