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Adult Catechism Class - What is Orthodoxy?

Each week for an adult catechism class provided via video from St. Demetrios in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Each week we will explore the depths of the Orthodox Faith as we tackle topics of interest for Orthodox Christians and inquirers alike. This class aired from September 2010 and December 2010.

Archived classes for this topic are below. Be sure to recommend this page to all of your friends that might be interested in learning more about Orthodoxy, and please share on your Facebook and Twitter accounts using the share option to the left.

December 19th - Conclusion - Q & A

Tune to the second question and answer period of this class. Q&A is a new part to our Catechism class which allows for us to review the content of our class together.

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December 12th - Remission of Sins - The End of Man

This week's class focuses on the remission of Sins - The End of Man

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December 5th: On the Church and the Fathers

The Church being one is realized by the Head of the Church, Christ Himself. In Eph. 5 ‘man is the head of the woman, just as Christ is the head of the church and he is the savior of the body.

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October 24th: The Mystery of Incarnation

The Son is incarnated to make possible the union of man with God. The mere fact of incarnation overcomes the first obstacle to this union : The separation of the two natures, that of man and of God.

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October 17th: Question & Answers

Tune to first question and answer period of this class. Q&A is a new part to our Catechism class which allows for us to review the content of our class together.

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October 10th: The Existence of God - Part Two

Learn about the angels and where they came from, what is a man?, what is a soul? and how was the universe created?

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October 3rd: The Existence of God - Part One

The "Beginning Cause" must have been outside of time and space. This is one of the central claims of the Bible about God.

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September 26th: Question & Answers

Tune to first question and answer period of this class. Q&A is a new part to our Catechism class which allows for us to review the content of our class together.

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September 19th: What We Believe Part Two

What do we need to learn in Catechism? We seek a Constant. We must be reminded that God is Changeless, Timeless and Eternal.

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September 12th: What to Believe - Part One

Are you willing to be a Christian? What is a Christian anyway? Who is Christ? Have you ever pondered these questions and wanted some real answers? 

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Introduction to Adult Catechism Class

Our goal as Orthodox Christians is to attain theosis. The way we can approach that state is through the cardinal virtues of faith, hope and love, which are the practical and directive goals set for man. To attain these goals, the Church, in its infinite wisdom has articulated the process through its dogmas, worship, and morals, respectively. Dogmas are the result of hope, and morals are the result of love.

Read more: Introduction to Adult Catechism Class