St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church Podcast - Adult Class

Religion & Spirituality

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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.