About the Course
VISUAL CATECHISM
A JOURNEY THROUGH THE FAITH, HOPE, AND LOVE OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH in the mosaics of Ravenna and the Cappella Palatina. Based on the Catechism of St. Philaret Drodov.
A SIX-PART SERIES
TWENTY-FOUR WEEKS OF ORTHODOX CATECHESIS
PART I — GOD, CREATION, AND MAN — 4 WEEKS
Divine revelation and the knowledge of God
The Holy Trinity and creation
The human person
The fall and God’s providence
PART II — THE INCARNATION OF THE WORD — 4 WEEKS
The eternal Son of God
The Annunciation and the Theotokos
The Nativity and manifestation of Christ
The ministry and transfiguration of Christ
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THREE WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
Live Online Classroom FOUR WEEKS Meet with Fr. John via Zoom each week for live instruction and discussion of assigned readings and course material. Prerecorded audio and video lessons are provided for study between meetings. $65 per course $100 for two courses | Flexible Guided Study FOUR WEEKS Study using the same prerecorded lessons and assigned readings. Exchange ideas and questions with fellow students through an online discussion forum facilitated by Fr. John. No scheduled meetings; participate at convenient times. No scheduled meeting time $45 per course $80 for two courses | Self-Guided Study AT YOUR OWN PACE Work independently through the same prerecorded audio and video lessons and readings, using an organized study guide to progress through the material at your own pace. Self-paced Start at your convenience, any time after course launch. $30 per course |
100% of course proceeds benefit student scholarships |
SCHOLARSHIP FUND MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM A group of generous donors has pledged to match contributions to the St. John OEI Scholarship Fund dollar for dollar during the current academic year. Through the Scholarship Fund Benefit Series, adults can deepen their understanding of the Orthodox Faith while helping make Orthodox education available to children whose families cannot afford full tuition. Every dollar of course proceeds goes directly to the Scholarship Fund and qualifies for a matching contribution. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Initiative has never had to turn away a student because of a family’s limited financial resources. Your participation helps us continue that commitment. |
Your Instructor
Fr. John Somers
