St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church Podcast - Adult Class
Religion & Spirituality
About
Adult Class audio from St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church in Orange County, CA. Look for our other podcasts for Sermons, Hymns, and Liturgies.
Episodes
- Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History
Ashraf Ibrahim - The Eucharist and catechism have been deeply connected since the early Church, with historical sources showing that understanding the faith is essential to fully participating in worship. Click the icon below to listen. &n…
- Living the Joy of the Resurrection
Tony Soliman - The resurrection is not just a past event but a way of life, and the 50 days after Easter are a call to live deeply in the joy of the risen Christ rather than losing the spiritual gains of Holy Week. Click the icon below to…
- The Sinful Woman and the Resurrection
AD Mark Soliman - The story of the sinful woman who wept at Jesus's feet illustrates how two people can be in the same presence of Christ yet have completely different responses—one receiving transformation, the other nothing. Click the ic…
- The Sinful Woman and the Resurrection
AD Mark Soliman - True faith means coming to Christ out of genuine love and repentance—like the sinful woman—not merely to receive benefits, as Simon the Pharisee did. Christ seeks those who recognize their need for Him. Click the icon bel…
- Sin of Certainty
John Abdou - A reflection on the sin of certainty. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woman and the Resurrection
- Transformation: Shaped by Struggle, Guided by God
Mike Gabrawy - A discussion on transformation and finding joy in the struggle. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woman a…
- Mother Cabrini
Kathy Farag - a reflection on the life of Mother Cabrini. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woman and the Resurrection
- Project Mexico 2025
Justin Soliman - A reflection on a recent service trip to help orphans in Mexico. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woma…
- Proverbs
Mena Ghebranious - A discussion on the Book of Proverbs. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woman and the Resurrection
- Letting Go
A reflection on detachment and surrender and the different ways we can know God. Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories Catechism and the Eucharist in Early Church History Living the Joy of the Resurrection The Sinful Woman…
- The Paradox of the Cross
A reflection on the depth of the Cross. Click the icon below to listen.
- Saint Bishoy Kamel
A reflection on the life of a contemporary saint. Click the icon below to listen.
- God’s Love
A reflection on God’s love. Click the icon below to listen.
- How to Fill a Bucket
A discussion on nourishing a strong relationship with your children. Click the icon below to listen.
- The Humble Queen
AD Mark Soliman - A reflection on the life of Saint Annasimone. Click the icon below to listen.
- Admiring Your Spouse Again
Makar Naguib - Why it is critical that we look upon our spouses with admiration, respect, warm approval, and pleasure. Click the icon below to listen.
- Service In the Church
Mark Guirguis - We are continuing and fulfilling the service of the Apostles. Click the icon below to listen.
- Comfortable in Our Own Skin
Ulises Garcia - A reflection on pursuing alignment with God and being comfortable in our spiritual lives. Click the icon below to listen.
- Choosing the Cross
AD Mark Soliman - Dealing with suffering or problems by accepting God’s Will and choosing the Cross. Click the icon below to listen.
- How to Wait Well
Kathy Abraham - A reflection on the importance of waiting on the Lord, and suggestions for how to do so. Click the icon below to listen.
- Watchfulness
Tony Boules - A deep meditation on watchfulness. Click the icon below to listen.
- Remembering Abouna Mikhail Ibrahim
Ashraf Ibrahim - A reflection on the life of a modern day saint. Click the icon below to listen.
- The Parable of the Good Samaritan Told Through Iconography
AD Mark Soliman - A reflection on the Parable of the Good Samaritan told through iconography. Click the icon below to listen.
- Family Rituals (Part 2)
Sam Wasfi - A continuation of a discussion on family rituals, and practical tips for engaging in them. Click the icon below to listen.
- The 21 Martyrs Of Libya
AD Mark Soliman - A reflection on the martyrdom of the 21 saints in Libya. Click the icon below to listen.
- Jonah's Feast
Tony Soliman - A reflection on the story of Jonah and the importance of Jonah's Feast. Click the icon below to listen.
- Saint Abraam
AD Mark Soliman - A reflection on the life of St. Abraam the Bishop of Fayoum and "Friend of the Poor." Click the icon below to listen.
- The Nativity Fast
AD Mark Soliman - A discussion on the Nativity Fast. Click the icon below to listen.
- Family Rituals
Sam Wasfi - A discussion on family rituals, and 5 practical tips for engaging in them. Click the icon below to listen.
- Good Habits
AD Mark Soliman - A reflection on 10 Habits of Highly Effective People as applied to Christian lives. Click the icon below to listen.
- The Parable Of The Broken Steering Wheel
Tony Boules - A reflection on the parable of the broken steering wheel. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 6 - Part 2
Randy Fanous - Part two of Chapter 6 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 6 - Part 1
Tony Soliman - Part one of Chapter 6 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- Midlife Crisis Book Review
John Abdou - A review and discussion of books on the topic of existential crises. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 5
Randy Fanous - Chapter 5 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 4
Tony Soliman - Chapter 4 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. (First few minutes of audio was cut off.) Click the icon below to listen.
- God's Will - Part 2
Henry Awad - a continuation of the discussion on God's Will, focusing on how we can be more like Christ. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 3
Randy Fanous - Chapter 3 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- God's Will - Part 1
Henry Awad - a discussion on God's Will, focusing on what is God's Will? Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians - Ch. 2
Randy Fanous - Chapter 2 of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- Central Themes of the Bible
Ulises Garcia - A reflection on two of the main themes seen throughout the Bible: Love and Purpose. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study - First Epistle to the Corinthians (Introduction)
Tony Soliman - An introduction to St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. Click the icon below to listen.
- Witnessing And Martyrdom
Tony Soliman - A contemplation about the concept of witnessing and martyrdom (as it relates to the Coptic New Year). Click the icon below to listen.
- Fellowship
Ashraf Ibrahim - A reflection on fellowship. Click the icon below to listen.
- Kinship
Mary von dem Bussche - A reflection on Father Gregory Boyle's book Tattoos on the Heart. Click the icon below to listen.
- Development Of The Liturgy
Fr. Andrew Iskander - A lesson on the development of the Liturgy and why we pray the Liturgy that we pray. Click the icon below to listen.
- Life of Saint Paul
Mena Ghebranious - A talk on the life of Saint Paul the Apostle. Click the icon below to listen.
- Community
Marc Habib - A discussion on community and friendship. Click the icon below to listen.
- Spiritual Transformation
Kathy Abraham - Why is transformation is part of our Christian calling and how to obtain true spiritual transformation with the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Click the icon below to listen.
- Bible Study- Nehemiah Ch. 13
Nehemiah Ch. 13 Click the icon below to listen.