“One must force himself to prayer when he has not spiritual prayer; and thus God, beholding him thus striving and compelling himself by force, in spite of an unwilling heart, gives him the true prayer of the Spirit.” (St. Macarius the Great)

(listed in event order)

Saturday, April 2^nd

@ 4:30 pm

Catechesis – Introduction to the Orthodox Church

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Sunday, April 3^rd

5^th Annual Orthodox Lenten Retreat

Topic: “The Meaning of Asceticism and the Study of the Ascetic Fathers in the Life of Lay Christians” & “The Mystery of Marriage and the Life of a Christian Family that Follows”

Speaker: Fr. Artemy Vladimirov (pastor of All Saints Church in Moscow)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral on 451 27^th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121

For more information, click on link: (www.wadiocese.com/retreat2011) or (http://www.wadiocese.com/2011_HVCRetreat.pdf)

Sunday, April 3^rd

@ 3 pm

Ostrov on the Big Screen

Where: Carlsbad Village Theater on 2822 State St. Carlsbad, CA 92008

Somewhere in Northern Russia in a small Russian Orthodox monastery lives a very unusual man. His fellow-monks are confused by his bizarre conduct. Those who visit the island believe that the man has the power to heal, exorcise demons and foretell the future. However, he considers himself unworthy because of a sin he committed in his youth. The film is a parable, combining the realities of Russian everyday life with monastic ritual and routine.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.patristicnectar.org/promotions.html)

Tuesday, April 5^th

@ 5:30 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) San Diego/God’s Extended Hand (feeding the poor)

Where: God’s Extended Hand on 1625 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101

Every Tuesday evening during Great Lent, Orthodox Christians throughout San Diego serve meals to the homeless and poor of San Diego. We need some extra volunteers. This is a great opportunity for our parishioners to get involved in this life-changing ministry.

For more information, click on link:

(http://www.saintgeorgeinsd.com/News/San-Diego-Chapter-St.-George-Gets-Involved) or email Fr. Bratso at: frbratso@... or call @ 619-276-5827

Friday, April 8^th

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Saturday, April 9^th

Retreat for Couples

Speaker: Fr. Daniel Hanna

Where: St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church on 3603 Livernois Troy, MI 48083

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stmarkmi.org/)

Friday, April 8^th

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Saturday, April 9^th

14^th Annual Women’s Lenten Retreat

Topic: “Finding God’s Peace in Kairos”

Speaker: Abbess Michaila

Where: St. Paisius Monastery on 10250 S. Sky Blue Rd. Safford, AZ 85546

For more information, click on link: (http://www.westsrbdio.org/Kolo_Srpskih_Sestara/events.html)

Friday, April 8^th

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Saturday, April 9^th

Lenten Retreat

Topic: “Meditations on the Passion of our Lord”

Speaker: Fr. Lester Bundy

Where: St. Laurence Center in Tallahassee Creek, CO

For more information, click on link: (http://www.antiochian.org/node/25382)

Friday, April 8^th

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Sunday, April 10^th

Annual Orthodox Men’s Retreat of St. John the Baptist

Topic: “How do Orthodox Christians Evangelize?”

Speaker: Fr. Joseph Huneycutt

Where: Sanctum Retreat Centre in Caroline, Alberta, Canada

For more information, click on link: (http://www.antiochian.org/node/25345)

Friday, April 8^th

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Sunday, April 10^th

32^nd Annual Diocesan Antiochian Women’s Spring Retreat

Topic: “Dealing with Anxiety and Depression – from a Spiritual & Psychological Perspective”

Speaker: Dr. Joseph Hadeed

Where: Camp St. Nicholas on 11770 Frontier Rd. Frazier Park, CA 93225 

For more information, click on link: (http://www.antiochianladiocese.org/files/announcements/2011-SC-AW-Retreat.pdf)

Saturday, April 9^th

10 am – 3 pm

Pan-Orthodox Young Adult Lenten Retreat

Topic: “M&M’s: Christian Basics – Mary, Mysteries & Mission”

Speaker: Fr. Chad Hatfield (Chancellor at St. Vladimir Theological Seminary in Crestwood, NY )

Where: St. Steven’s Serbian Orthodox Cathedral on 1621 West Garvey Ave. Alhambra, CA 91803

For more information, click on link: (http://www.saintstevens.org/Great%20Lent,%20Holy%20Week%20and%20Pascha/YAF%20Retreat.htm) or (http://www.svots.edu/events/faculty-schedule-retreats-and-homilies-great-lent)

Saturday, April 9^th  

10 am – 3 pm

Leadership Training Seminar

Theme: “The Critical Role of Parish Leadership in Stewardship, Outreach & Evangelism”

Speaker: Fr. James W. Kordaris (Director of Stewardship, Outreach and Evangelism, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America)

Where: St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church on 722 Knob Hill Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277

This one-day seminar is open to all people in parish leadership – Parish Council members, Philoptochos, Sunday School, Youth Ministry, Choir, Dance, Festival and more! Bring an open mind and open heart and learn how you can enhance your parish stewardship program, and serve the needs of the greater community through outreach and evangelism.

For more information, click on link:

(http://www.sanfrancisco.goarch.org/assets/files/news/2011/Leadership%20Training%20Seminar%20-%20Flyer%20and%20Registration2.pdf)

Saturday, April 9^th

9:30 am

1^st Annual Men’s Lenten Retreat

Where: St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral on 2308 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057

All four Cathedral priests will participate in a presentation/discussion of various aspects of our Orthodox Christian Spirituality, with a particular emphasis on the role of men in the Church and in our families.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stnicholasla.com/) or RSVP to Fr. George Ajalat by email at: gajalat@... or @ (626) 664-827

Saturday, April 9^th  

9 am – 2:30 pm

Pan-Orthodox Lenten Retreat

Topic: “The Jesus Prayer”

Speaker: Frederica Mathewes-Green

Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral on 1973 E. Maryland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85016

For more information, click on link: (http://www.assumptionaz.org/)

Saturday, April 9^th

Lenten Retreat

Speakers: Archimandrite Meletios Webber

Where: Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church on 1110 Highland Drive Novato, CA 94949

For more information, click on link: (http://www.nativityofchrist.org/)

Sunday, April 10^th

@ 4 pm

Friends of the Monastery (Holy Assumption)

Speakers: Fr. Lawrence & Matushka Ann Margitich

Where: Holy Assumption Women’s Monastery on 1519 Washington St. Calistoga, CA 94515

For more information, contact: Mother Melania @ 707-942-4658 or e-mail at: sisters@...

Sunday, April 10^th

@ 5 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) – Weekly Community Meal

Where: Valencia Inn on 2630 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

We need people each week to come serve meals. Please join Orthodox Christians from around Southern California as we serve those most in need in our community.

For more information, click on link: (http://focusoc.org/)

Sunday, April 10^th

5:30 pm – 8 pm

40+ Fellowship Lenten Potluck Dinner

Where: St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church Parish Center on 4949 Alton Pkwy Irvine, CA  92604

St. Paul invites single, widowed and divorced Orthodox Christians from our sister parishes in Southern California for an evening of fellowship and friendship.  This event is free of charge.  Please come and bring a friend.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stpaulsirvine.org/) or contact Paul Lambrakis @ (562) 260-9467 or email at: pnlx@...

Sunday, April 10^th

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Saturday, April 16^th

Spring Iconography Workshop

Iconographers: Ksenia Pokrovsky, Marek Czarnecki & Anna Gouriev-Pokrovsky

Where: St. Thomas Seminary on 467 Bloomfield Ave. Bloomfield, CT 06002

Hexaemeron strives to make courses affordable for the serious student of the icon while maintaining the highest standards of instruction based on classic prototypes. Dedicated to impart foundational criteria that are clear and stable, our teachers honor previous generations of iconographers and take responsibility to train students committed to learn what the tradition is and how to enter into it.

For more information, click on link:

(http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/loadEventRegistration.action?skuId=B8484CAC012BB18FDB9122CD001FE887&catalogId=B848AC3E012B9C6C709834CE019843EF&catalogGoWord=&emailAttendeeId=)

Tuesday, April 12^th

@ 5:30 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) San Diego/God’s Extended Hand (feeding the poor)

Where: God’s Extended Hand on 1625 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101

Every Tuesday evening during Great Lent, Orthodox Christians throughout San Diego serve meals to the homeless and poor of San Diego. We need some extra volunteers. This is a great opportunity for our parishioners to get involved in this life-changing ministry.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.saintgeorgeinsd.org/) or email Fr. Bratso at: frbratso@... or call @ 619-276-5827

Wednesday, April 13^th

@ 7 pm

Orthodox Studies – Inquirer Course

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Wednesday, April 13^th

@ 6 pm

Lenten Wednesday Talks

Topic: “The Way of the Spirit - Reflections on Life in God”

Where: St. Tikhon of Zadonsk Orthodox Church on 598 Balboa (& 15^th Ave.) San Francisco, CA 94118

For more information, click on link: (http://sites.google.com/site/sfzadonsk/parish-activities)

Thursday, April 14^th

@ 6 pm

Lenten Thursday Talks (in Russian)

Topic: “Confession & Repentance in Great Lent”

Where: St. Tikhon of Zadonsk Orthodox Church on 598 Balboa (& 15^th Ave.) San Francisco, CA 94118

For more information, click on link: (http://sites.google.com/site/sfzadonsk/parish-activities)

Friday, April 15^th

@ 12:30 pm

Lectures & mission Research Colloquia

Topic: “Egyptian Christians & the Revolution of 2011”

Speaker: Dr. Stephen J. Davis

Where: Overseas Ministries Study Center 490 Prospect St. (corner of Canner St.) New Haven, CT 06511

A specialist in the history of ancient and medieval Christianity, Dr. Stephen J. Davis will discuss present and future prospects for the church in Egypt, both its Coptic and its Protestant branches. He is professor of religious studies and director of undergraduate studies in the Department of Religious Studies at Yale University. Prior to coming to Yale, Davis lived and taught in Egypt, where he was academic dean and professor of New Testament and early church history at Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cairo. His areas of teaching and research include the study of women and gender, pilgrimage and the cult of the saints, the history of biblical interpretation and canon formation, Egyptian Christianity, Arabic Christianity and its relation to Islam, early Christian art and material culture, and the application of anthropological, sociological, and literary methods in the study of historical texts. Davis is author of Coptic Christology in Practice: Incarnation and Divine Participation in Late Antique and Medieval Egypt (2008).

For more information, click on link: (http://www.omsc.org/lectures.shtml)

Friday, April 15^th

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Sunday, April 17^th

Pan-Orthodox Young Adult Lenten Retreat

Topic: “Teaching Youth to Teach Youth: Chastity Today”

Speaker: Dr. Albert Rossi (Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology at St. Vladimir Theological Seminary in Crestwood, NY )

Where: Holy Cross Orthodox Theological Seminary on 50 Goddard Ave. Brookline, MA 02445

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/events/faculty-schedule-retreats-and-homilies-great-lent)

Sunday, April 16^th

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Monday, April 25^th

Journey to Pascha

Where: Ionian Village

Participants arrive in Athens on Saturday of Lazarus and travel to Ionian Village to celebrate Palm Sunday in the village of Vartholomio.  During Holy Week participants will visit various churches for services, including the churches of Saint Andrew in Patras, Saint Dionysios on the island of Zakynthos, and St. Nektarios on the Island of Aegina.  Great and Holy Pascha will be spent in Athens at the Metropolitan Cathedral.  Time at camp will be spent in reflection and preparation for the services and other related activities.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.ionianvillage.org/program/journey-to-pascha)

Sunday, April 17^th

@ 5 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) – Weekly Community Meal

Where: Valencia Inn on 2630 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

We need people each week to come serve meals. Please join Orthodox Christians from around Southern California as we serve those most in need in our community.

For more information, click on link: (http://focusoc.org/)

Sunday, April 24^th

@ 5 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) – Weekly Community Meal

Where: Valencia Inn on 2630 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

We need people each week to come serve meals. Please join Orthodox Christians from around Southern California as we serve those most in need in our community.

For more information, click on link: (http://focusoc.org/)

Wednesday, April 27^th

@ 7 pm

Orthodox Studies – Inquirer Course

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Friday, April 29^th

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Saturday, April 30^th

Bioethics Conference

Theme: “Healthcare in a Secular Culture:”

Speaker: Dr. H. Tristram Englehardt, Jr.

Where: Houston Baptist University at the Morris Cultural Arts Center on 7502 Fondren Rd. Houston, TX 77074

This conference is sponsored by Houston Baptist University, Pope John Paul II Forum, University of Thomas, Orthodox Clergy Association of Southeast Texas and Touchstone magazine.

For more information, click on link: (http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ixRcmbXafC8/TN26tjoRN5I/AAAAAAAAAYI/i8T-_flcBnE/s1600/Bioethics+Houston+Poster.jpg)

Friday, April 29^th

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Sunday, May 1^st

Spiritual Retreat

Theme: “The Beatitudes of our Lord Jesus Christ”

Speaker: Fr. Demetrios Carellas

Where: St. Nicholas Ranch on 38526 Dunlap Rd. Dunlap, CA 93621

For more information, e-mail retreat center: info@... or call: 559-338-2103

Friday, April 29^th

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Sunday, May 1^st

Saint John of San Francisco Monthly Retreats – Ladies Retreat

Theme: “Exploring our Spiritual Growth”

Speaker: Archimandrite Meletios Webber

Where: Monastery of St. John of San Francisco on 21770 Ponderosa Way Manton, CA 96059

Each retreat begins Friday afternoon at 5 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon at 1 pm on the last weekend of each month. In addition to talks on the retreat theme, retreatants will also participate in the monastic services and meals and stay at the monastery guesthouse. There will be opportunity to spend quiet time walking the monastery grounds, as well as social time meeting others who seek a deeper commitment to Christ. Fr. Meletios will also be available for the Sacrament of Confession.

Space is limited in the monastery guesthouse, so please make your reservation early! The cost for each retreat weekend is $120, and we ask for a $20 deposit.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.monasteryofstjohn.org/retreats.html) or contact Fr. Nektarios at the monastery @ 530-474-5964 or e-mail at: office@...

Sunday, May 1^st

@ 5 pm

FOCUS (Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve) – Weekly Community Meal

Where: Valencia Inn on 2630 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804

We need people each week to come serve meals. Please join Orthodox Christians from around Southern California as we serve those most in need in our community.

For more information, click on link: (http://focusoc.org/)

Saturday, May 7^th

@ 4:30 pm

Catechesis – Introduction to the Orthodox Church

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Sunday, May 8^th

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Saturday, May 14^th

Spring Iconography Workshop

Iconographers: Ksenia Pokrovsky, Marek Czarnecki & Anna Gouriev-Pokrovsky

Where: St. Nicholas Ranch on 38526 Dunlap Rd. Dunlap, CA 93621

Hexaemeron strives to make courses affordable for the serious student of the icon while maintaining the highest standards of instruction based on classic prototypes. Dedicated to impart foundational criteria that are clear and stable, our teachers honor previous generations of iconographers and take responsibility to train students committed to learn what the tradition is and how to enter into it.

For more information, click on link:

(http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/loadEventRegistration.action?skuId=AE8178E9012CA303F54721C20163B2D3&catalogId=B848AC3E012B9C6C709834CE019843EF&catalogGoWord=&emailAttendeeId=)

Wednesday, May 11^th

@ 7 pm

Orthodox Studies – Inquirer Course

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Friday, May 13^th

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Saturday, May 14^th

2011 Community Retreat

Topic: “The Christian Family”

Speakers: Fr. Tom Tsagalakis (Pastor of Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church in Shoreline, WA)

Where: Saint Basil Greek Orthodox Church on 920 W. March Lane Stockton, CA 95207

For more information, click on link: (http://gosaintbasil.org/news-and-events/upcoming-events/)

Saturday, May 14^th

9 am - 2 pm

4^th Annual Orthodox Day of Praise

Where: St. Peter & St. Paul Coptic Orthodox Church on 1245 4^th St. Santa Monica, CA 90401

Through your participation, we (the Orthodox Churches) will have a unique opportunity to unite with other members of the Orthodox Faith, exploring our similarities, embracing our differences, celebrating and praising God through singing.

For more information, click on link: (www.stpeterandstpaul.org)

Sunday, May 15^th

5 pm – 8 pm

40+ Fellowship Talent Show

Where: Mr. B's Restaurant on 11272 Los Alamitos Blvd. Los Alamitos, CA 90720 

St. Paul invites single, widowed and divorced Orthodox Christians from our sister parishes in Southern California for an evening of fellowship and friendship.  This event is free of charge.  Please come and bring a friend.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stpaulsirvine.org/) or contact Paul Lambrakis @ (562) 260-9467 or email at: pnlx@...

Friday, May 20^th

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Sunday, May 22^nd

Midwest Family Retreat

Topic: “Say Yes to Love: Couple, the Strongest Link”

Speaker: Family Bridges

Where: Timber Ridge Lodge on 7020 Grand Geneva Way
Lake Geneva, WI 53147

For more information, click on link: (http://www.midwestconventions.org/FamilyRetreat/Pages/default.aspx)

Saturday, May 21^st

@ 4:30 pm

Catechesis – Introduction to the Orthodox Church

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Sunday, May 22^nd

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Saturday, May 28^th

Theology in Color: Byzantine Iconography Workshop

Iconographer: Fr. Anthony Salzman

Where: Pecos Monastery on 16 Guadalupe Lane Pecos, NM 87505

For more information, click on link: (http://www.imageandlikeness.com/) or (http://www.pecosmonastery.org/)

Monday, May 23^rd

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Saturday, June 11^th

2011 Albania Teaching (OCMC – Orthodox Christian Mission Center)

Where: Tirana, Albania

The Missiology of Archbishop Anastasios (Yannoulatos) of Albania and Practical Evangelism in Albania will be a 3 credit summer class. The course will study in depth the life, missiology and writings of Archbishop Anastasios of Albania and examine how he has practically lived out this missiology through his ministry in the Church of Albania. The course will look at the foundation and calling of missions, study the resurrection of the Church of Albania over the past 20 years, examining, and analyze how the church has succeeded in living out the missiology of the Archbishop and where the church has not yet lived up to this missiology. Part of the course will be devoted to a mission practicum where the students will travel to Albania for two weeks, witnessing the resurrection of the Church of Albania, meeting missionaries and the indigenous leaders, and participating in an evangelism program within the country. This mission outreach will focus on two university campuses around the country.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.ocmc.org/programs/view_team.aspx?TeamId=85)

Wednesday, May 25^th

@ 7 pm

Orthodox Studies – Inquirer Course

Speaker: Fr. John Strickland (Rector)

Where: Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral (OCA) on 650 Micheltorena St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

For more information, click on link: (http://www.hvmla.org/index%20home.html)

Friday, May 27^th

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Sunday, May 29^th

Saint John of San Francisco Monthly Retreats – Catechumen’s Retreat

Theme: “PK Retreat (children of clergy)”

Speaker: Archimandrite Meletios Webber

Where: Monastery of St. John of San Francisco on 21770 Ponderosa Way Manton, CA 96059

Each retreat begins Friday afternoon at 5 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon at 1 pm on the last weekend of each month. In addition to talks on the retreat theme, retreatants will also participate in the monastic services and meals and stay at the monastery guesthouse. There will be opportunity to spend quiet time walking the monastery grounds, as well as social time meeting others who seek a deeper commitment to Christ. Fr. Meletios will also be available for the Sacrament of Confession.

Space is limited in the monastery guesthouse, so please make your reservation early! The cost for each retreat weekend is $120, and we ask for a $20 deposit.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.monasteryofstjohn.org/retreats.html) or contact Fr. Nektarios at the monastery @ 530-474-5964 or e-mail at: office@...

Friday, May 27^th

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Sunday, June 5^th

National Young Adult Pilgrimage to Turkey

This year’s Pilgrimage to the Constantinople, Ephesus, Smyrna, and Cappadocia will begin in Constantinople, where participants will visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the great Cathedral of Hagia Sophia, the Church of Christ at Chora, the Monastery of the Zoodogos Pigi (the Life-Giving Spring), the site of the celebrated shrine of the Panaghia at Blachernae, Topkapi Palace, as well as the great covered Bazaar. In Cappadocia, we will be visiting some of the 3,500 rock churches identified in the area, along with amazing rock formations and an underground city, Kaymakli.  We will also be traveling to the ancient city of Ephesus, where St. Paul founded the Church in 53-56 AD, and where he wrote letters to the Galatians, Philippians and to the Corinthians.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.goarch.org/archdiocese/departments/youth/youngadultministry/2011youngadultpilgrimage)

Monday, May 30^th

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Thursday, June 9^th

Spiritual Odyssey

Emphasizing faith and fellowship, the Ionian Village Spiritual Odyssey program is for young adults ages 19-28.  With the Ionian Village facility as home base, participants embark on a series of full-day excursions to historic and religious sites of Greece.  In-camp days will be spent in Orthodox Life discussions, swimming in the Ionian Sea and relaxing.  A highlight of the pilgrimage will be to visit Thessaloniki, a city rich in Byzantine History.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.ionianvillage.org/program/spiritual-odyssey)

Saturday, June 4^th

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Sunday, June 5^th

Society of St. John Chrysostom Western Region Retreat

Topic: “Involuntary Sin? An Eastern Christian Contribution to Christian Ethics”

Speaker: Fr. Maximos Davies

Where: Holy Resurrection Romanian Greek-Catholic Monastery, St Andrew's Abbey on 31001 N. Valyermo Rd. Valyermo, CA 93563

It is easy to stereotype Eastern Christianity as the “mystical” and “contemplative” sister of the active, socially-conscious West. But it is also true that Eastern Christians have their own approach to Christian ethics, revolving around the twin notions of divinization (theosis) and asceticism (askesis). We will discuss how this moral vision leads Eastern Christians to look at such things as social justice and labor issues, violence and warfare, marriage and divorce, contraception and abortion.

For more information, click on link: (http://lightoftheeast.org/2010/09/17/retreat-involuntary-sin-an-eastern-christian-contribution-to-christian-ethics/ )

Monday, June 6^th

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Sunday, June 12^th

4^th International Society for Orthodox Church Music (ISOCM) Conference

Topic: “Unity & Variety in Orthodox Music: Theory & Practice”

Where: University of Eastern Finland School of Theology – Joensuu, Finland

The Conference will include a master class of Georgian three-part liturgical singing.  It is open to students, chanters, composers, enthusiasts of church singing.  The sessions will be conducted by John A. Graham (USA/Georgia) with assisting Georgian chanters.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.isocm.com/conferences/2011/2011.html)

Tuesday, June 7^th

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Wednesday, June 8^th

Missiology & Evangelism Workshop

Speakers: Fr. Moses Berry (of St. Louis, MS) & Fr. Antonio Perdomo (of Pharr, TX)

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

The workshop will focus on outreach to people of African heritage and Spanish-speaking cultures in the U.S. and Canada.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/content/missiology-and-evangelism-workshop-registration-fees-accommodations)

Thursday, June 9^th

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Saturday, June 11^th

Orthodox Christianity & Higher Education Conference

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/events/call-papers-orthodox-christianity-and-higher-education-conference)

Thursday, June 9^th

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Saturday, June 11^th

Internet Pornography & Chastity Workshop

Speaker: Dr. Albert Rossi (Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology at St. Vladimir Theological Seminary in Crestwood, NY )

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/content/internet-pornography-and-chastity-workshop-schedule)

Friday, June 10^th

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Sunday, June 12^th

Catalina Youth Retreat

Speaker: John Ma’ae (Western SOYO Youth Advisor )

Where: Campus by the Sea Retreat Center on 1 Gallagher's Cove Avalon, CA 90704

For more information, click on link: (http://stgeorgeupland.org/upcomingevents.html)

Saturday, June 11^th

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Sunday, June 26^th

2011 Uganda Healthcare (OCMC – Orthodox Christian Mission Center)

Where: Fort Portal, Uganda

Offer health services to children and adults who have limited access to medical care in western Uganda by becoming a part of the holistic health care ministry of the Orthodox Church in the Fort Portal region of Uganda. Health care professionals – doctors, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, nurses, dentists, health care students and other medical personnel – are needed to minister and teach in this remote region.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.ocmc.org/programs/view_team.aspx?TeamId=74)

Friday, June 17^th

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Sunday, June 19^th

Women Disciples of the Lord Conference

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/events/women-disciples-lord-annual-summer-conference-2011)

Monday, June 13^th

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Saturday, June 18^th

Icon Painting Workshop

Iconographers: Iakov & Nadezhda Khesin of Leipzig, Germany

Where: St. Matthew Antiochian Orthodox Church on 2368 Sonoma St. Torrance, CA 90505

This six-day intensive course in traditional icon painting focuses on the art of icon painting; not the mere copying of ancient examples, but practicing the living art of the Church where there is always a place for creativity. All work is done without tracing, but much attention is given to the artistic principles of creating an image and such important concepts as composition, layout, color, tone, contrast, scale, etc. The icon of the Holy Virgin Umilenie (Tender Mercy) will be used as model for the course. The work will be divided into small steps; the instructor will explain and demonstrate each phase in detail, answering all questions. From the very beginning to the completion of the course, every student will work on his or her icon with assistance by the instructor. The course is of interest to adults of any level of artistic education. Through practical and theoretical instruction of icon painting tradition, you can develop a deeper meaning of the icon for yourself.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.iconofile.com/default.asp?dir=events&page=workshops_icon_2011)

Sunday, June 19^th

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Thursday, June 23^rd

5^th Diaconal Liturgical Practicum

Speakers: Archdeacon Kirill Sokolov, Fr. Sergius Halvorsen & Fr. John Behr

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/content/5th-diaconal-liturgical-practicum-full-description)

Sunday, June 19^th

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Friday, June 24^th

Iconography Workshop

Iconographer: Protodeacon Nazari Polataiko

Where: St. Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary on 575 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers, NY 10707

For more information, click on link: (http://www.svots.edu/content/iconography-workshop-registration-fees-accommodations)

Sunday, June 19^th

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Saturday, June 25^th

Icon Painting Workshop

Iconographer: Ksenia Mihailovna Pokrovskaya

Where: St. Tikhon Orthodox Theological Seminary on

Pokrovsky is one of the key individuals credited with keeping the ancient tradition of icon writing alive during the Soviet Union's most repressive era. Pokrovsky will give hands-on instruction in iconography in a workshop titled "Six Days of Creation." Her contributions to preserving and passing on the art of the icon are acknowledged in Irina Yazykova's recent book, Hidden and Triumphant: The Underground Struggle to Save Russian Iconography", published by Paraclete Press, April 2010.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stots.edu/news_110324_3.html)

Monday, June 20^th

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Saturday, June 25^th

Icon Painting Workshop

Iconographers: Iakov & Nadezhda Khesin of Leipzig, Germany

Where: Holy Trinity Orthodox Theological Seminary in Jordanville, NY 13361

This six-day intensive course in traditional icon painting focuses on the art of icon painting; not the mere copying of ancient examples, but practicing the living art of the Church where there is always a place for creativity. All work is done without tracing, but much attention is given to the artistic principles of creating an image and such important concepts as composition, layout, color, tone, contrast, scale, etc. The icon of the Holy Virgin Umilenie (Tender Mercy) will be used as model for the course. The work will be divided into small steps; the instructor will explain and demonstrate each phase in detail, answering all questions. From the very beginning to the completion of the course, every student will work on his or her icon with assistance by the instructor. The course is of interest to adults of any level of artistic education. Through practical and theoretical instruction of icon painting tradition, you can develop a deeper meaning of the icon for yourself.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.iconofile.com/default.asp?dir=events&page=workshops_icon_2011)

Monday, June 20^th

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Thursday, June 30^th

Orientale Lumen XV East Conference

Theme: “Rome & the Communion of Churches: Bishop, Patriarch, or Pope”

Speakers: Metropolitan Kallistos of Diokleia (Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople), Archimandrite Robert Taft, SJ (Greek Catholic Pontifical Oriental Institute, the Vatican) & Others

Where: Washington, DC Retreat House on 4000 Harewood Rd. Northeast Washington, DC 20017

Each speaker will discuss the conference theme from the perspective of his/her own tradition and expertise.  They will review various aspects of the ecclesiology of the Orthodox and Catholic churches, especially related to the role of the office of pope.  A special closing session will review and discuss the recent “Vision of Unity” document produced by the North American Orthodox-Catholic consultation.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.olconference.com/OL_FutCon_OL_XV.html)

Friday, June 24^th

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Sunday, June 26^th

Pre-Marital Program

Where: Nashville, TN

For more information, click on link: (http://www.suscopts.org/programs/pre-marital/)

Friday, June 24^th

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Sunday, June 26^th

Saint John of San Francisco Monthly Retreats – Summer Silent Retreat

Theme: “A Time of Prayers and Meditation in Silence”

Speaker: Archimandrite Meletios Webber

Where: Monastery of St. John of San Francisco on 21770 Ponderosa Way Manton, CA 96059

Each retreat begins Friday afternoon at 5 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon at 1 pm on the last weekend of each month. In addition to talks on the retreat theme, retreatants will also participate in the monastic services and meals and stay at the monastery guesthouse. There will be opportunity to spend quiet time walking the monastery grounds, as well as social time meeting others who seek a deeper commitment to Christ. Fr. Meletios will also be available for the Sacrament of Confession.

Space is limited in the monastery guesthouse, so please make your reservation early! The cost for each retreat weekend is $120, and we ask for a $20 deposit.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.monasteryofstjohn.org/retreats.html) or contact Fr. Nektarios at the monastery @ 530-474-5964 or e-mail at: office@...

Wednesday, June 29^th

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Sunday, June 3^rd

2011 Diocese of Los Angeles & the West Parish Life Conference

Where: Marriott Hotel on 18000 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, CA 92612

For more information, click on link: (http://plc2011oc.info/)

Tuesday, April 5^th

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Thursday, April 14^th

Holy Land Pilgrimage hosted by St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral

Join members of St. Nicholas Cathedral for ten inspiring, deeply moving, fun-filled days as we walk in the footsteps of Jesus in the Holy Land.  Jerusalem, Nazareth, Bethlehem & more! Led by hosts with over twenty years of experience in pilgrimage trips.

For more information, contact: Nadia Nassif @ 760-803-0005 or e-mail at: NadiaHNassif@...

Sunday, May 1^st

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Saturday, May 14^th

“Ancient and Holy in Greece” Tour

Comprehensive tour-pilgrimage of the Classical, Byzantine and Monastic centers of the Mainland Greece and four days cruise of the Aegean islands (Mykonos, Patmos, Ephesus, Crete and Santorini).

For more information, click on link: (http://www.orthodoxtours.com/our-tours/96-2011-ancient-and-holy-greece.html) or e-mail Fr. Ilya at: ortours@...

Monday, May 2^nd

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Sunday, May 15^th

Holy Land Pilgrimage hosted by the Monastery of St. John

This sacred Pilgrimage will be lead by Archimandrite Meletios (Webber) accompanied by one or two of the monks. We will visit the major sites associated with the life of Christ, in and around Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Galilee region. A trip to Sinai is also included in the program.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.monasteryofstjohn.org/), e-mail the monastery at: office@..., call at 530-474-5964 or write at: 21770 Ponderosa Way Manton, CA 96059

Thursday, June 9^th

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Wednesday, June 29^th

Fiji Service Trip

Under the Auspices of H.G. Bishop Youssef & H.G. Bishop Suriel.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.suscopts.org/pdf/2011Fijiservicetrip.pdf) or contact Irene Bakheet @ 850-499-4878 end_of_the_skype_highlightingor email at: ibakheet1@...

Friday, June 17^th

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Sunday, July 3^rd

“In the Footsteps of St. Andrew the Apostle” Tour

A cultural and religious journey to the most revered religious and historical sites of Ukraine and Russia.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.orthodoxtours.com/our-tours/97-2011-in-the-footsteps-of-st-andrew-the-apostle.html) or e-mail Fr. Ilya at: ortours@...

Tuesday, June 21^st

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Wednesday, July 6^th

Pilgrimage to Greece & Constantinople

Join his Grace Bishop Maxim, Bishop of Western America and Fr. Blasko Paraklis of Orange County, CA on a fascinating guided tour of the Orthodox monasteries and historic sites of Ancient Greece and its flourishing Byzantine Empire of a bygone age.  Enjoy the stunning scenery and legendary places. Experience a spiritual renewal as your guides share their intimate knowledge of Orthodoxy, and their insights into the beliefs and traditions of faith.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.westsrbdio.org/latest_news/visits_and_events_2011/pilgrimage_july12_2011/pilgrimage_2011.pdf) or email Fr. Blasko at

Thursday, June 23^rd

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Saturday, July 2^nd

Discover Georgia Tours: Monastery Tour 2011

In our sixth season, join us for an exploration of Georgia's oldest monasteries, founded in the sixth century by Christian ascetics from Assyria. Be among the first westerners to rediscover the frescoes and acoustics of these ancient houses of worship set amidst rolling vineyards, towering peaks, and the desert vistas of the Caspian basin. Led by co-authors Luarsab Togonidze and John A. Graham, this unique tour seeks to investigate the sounds and wonders of medieval Georgia, while presenting the world-famous hospitality and charm of modern Georgia.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.georgianchant.org/monastery/index11.html)

Sunday, June 26^th

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Thursday, July 7^th

Eastern Orthodox Christian Pilgrimage Journey to the Holy Land

With a visit to the Jordan and St. Catherine’s Monastery, Sinai.  This pilgrimage is led by Fr. Nicholas Jonas (Greek) and Fr. Andrew Harrison (OCA)

For more information, click on link: (http://www.stconstantinehelen.org/pilgrimageitinerary.pdf) or call AMI Travel @ 800-821-8947 or e-mail at: tours@... or amitravelchicago@...

Sunday, July 3^rd

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Friday, July 15^th

Summer Mission Trip 2011 Brazil & Paraguay

Under the Auspices of H.G. Bishop Youssef; hosted by H.G. Bishop Aghathon.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.suscopts.org/pdf/2011_SUS_Brazil_Paraguay_Trip.pdf) or contact Justine Ekladios @ 954-815-3113 end_of_the_skype_highlightingor email at: je_ekladios@...

Sunday, July 3^rd

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Saturday, July 16^th

“The Best of Russia” Tour

Please join us and our travel companions Fr. Gregory & Khouriya Frederica Mathews-Green in our  travel to the most inspiring holy places and magnificent monuments of Moscow, St. Petersburg, Pskov, Novgorod and Valaam.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.orthodoxtours.com/our-tours/98-2011-the-best-of-russia.html) or e-mail Fr. Ilya at: ortours@...

Friday, July 15^th

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Sunday, July 31^st

“Russian Icon” Tour

The Russian Icon tour is the first comprehensive study tour that includes all of the major and many less famous, but important monuments and collections of the Russian Sacred Art.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.orthodoxtours.com/our-tours/94-2011-russian-icon.html) or e-mail Fr. Ilya at: ortours@...

Monday, July 25^th

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Saturday, August 6^th

2011 Pilgrimage to Italy

A pilgrimage to Italy “FROM AN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE.”  We will be visiting religious, cultural and historical sites throughout the trip and will be blessed with visiting the Coptic Churches and Monasteries in these locations.

Bishop Youssef, Bishop Kyrillos (bishop of the Diocese of Milan and Northern Italy and Abbot of the Monastery of St. Shenouda the Archimandrite in Milan), and Bishop Barnaba (bishop of the Diocese of Torino and Southern Italy) will all be present in this trip.

A priest monk from Italy, Fr. Andrew Wade of the Russian Orthodox Church, will serve as tour guide.  He is originally an Englishman who converted to Orthodoxy and is responsible for the Russian Monastery in Florence.

For more information, click on link: (http://www.suscopts.org/pdf/2011ItalyFlyer_Final.pdf) or contact Irini Koriakos @ 480-206-7740 or email at: 2011italytrip@... or email Nagwa Shenouda at: nagwash@...

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