ASSOCIATE OF CHRISTIANITY

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND SYLLABUS

BY REGULAR MAIL

Introduction to Scripture Course #153 – 7 Credits
This course teaches students to find answers on their own through the use of a concordance. Students will be familiarized with the contents of the bible. There are fourteen lessons with three written or audio/video-recorded sermons due. One sermon is due at the completion of each four lesson segments.

Fourteen-lesson booklet with lessons checked by J. Ebersole and sermons checked by Bishop Petros.

Modern Day Prophetics Course #227-7 credits
This course gives a brief overview of the five-fold ministry within the Church. This course introduces the role of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor/priest, and teacher.

A term paper on one of the above mentioned completes the course along with course work.

"Three Things the Church Needs" video by Archbishop Haralambos

"Five-Fold Ministry" video by Bishop Petros

"The Prophets; Major and Minor" paper by Fr. Ross (#307)

"Twelve Names of God" video by J. Bustani

"Gospel in the Stars" video by Bishop Petros

"Evangelism" video

Pentateuch Course # 210-8 Credits
This course provides a detailed study of the first five books of the bible. Holy Scripture is emphasized. One term paper is required.

"The Old Testament in the New Testament Church" book by M. Pomazansky

"Orthodox Septuagint" book by D.E. Heath

Canon/Translation/Interpretation/Church and the Legal Courts Course #102 – 6 Credits (optional)
An introduction to church canon/law with an orthodox translation/interpretation will be covered. This course covers some of the historical issues of canonicity by giving detailed information on specific incidents that took place involving the Greek Orthodox Church in court. Archbishop Haralambos will provide ten issues with facts and documentation in written format. Students will also become familiar with the website of St. Michael Academy of Eschatology. A test will be given at the end of the course.

Documentation on Website by Archbishop Haralambos

"Canons; Old Testament" Papers by Fr. Ross #302 & #302B

"What Every Orthodox Christian Should Know" book by Nicozisin

"Orthodox Canon on Diaconate, Marriage, Celibacy" book by Constantelos

Apostolic Faith Course # 112 –9 Credits
This course provides an in-depth study of the apostolic faith. Three tests will accompany the three audio cassette presentations.

"Brotherly Love" video by Natalie Richardson

"Apostle’s Foundation" video by Archbishop Haralambos

"Idolatry" cassette by Archbishop Haralambos

"Trinity" cassette by Archbishop Haralambos

"Meaning of the Blood" cassette by Archbishop Haralambos

"Synopsis of Orthodox History" paper by A. Tobin

"What Every Orthodox Christian Should Know" book by Nicoszin

"Apostolic Succession" book by Fr. Gregory Rogers

Two sermons on cassettes by Archbishop Haralambos (3/27/94 & 6/5/94)

The Judaic Kingdom Course # 203- 9 Credits
Thoroughly examines the Davidic dynasty period. The student will study Judaism after its Babylonian captivity began. Quiz and one term paper due at completion on course.

"Unified Kingdom" paper by Fr. Ross

"Divided Kingdom" paper by Fr. Ross

"Southern Kingdom" paper by Fr. Ross

"Post-Exilic Judaism" paper by Fr. Ross

The New Covenant Course # 234- 8 Credits

Exploration of the real meaning of the New Manna and the New Wine and its significance for the Church today. A synopsis paper is required.

"The Blood" cassette by Archbishop Haralambos

"The New Manna" a paper by Bishop Petros

"Christ and the Passover" video by Bishop Petros

"S.O.S. Blood" a paper by J. Ebersole

Basic Catchism Course # 103-6 Credits

Introduction to the tenants of the Eastern Orthodox Religion. Excellent study for beginners.

Seven Sacraments Course # 104-6 Credits

Introduction to lessons on the Seven Holy Sacraments of the Eastern Orthodox Church.