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The Praises of Kiahk

by Hegomen Pishoy Kamel
The praise of Kiahk (also called "7 and 4") on the Eve of Sunday is the praise of every eve of Sunday all year, since Sunday is the day of the Resurrection when the Church stays awake until daybreak. Eventually, it contacts the dawn of...
 

Introduction to the Rites of the Church

by Pre-Theology Certification Curriculum
This article offers an introduction to Ritual Theology, which is the study of rites in the church. The sources of rites and their utility are discussed with clear examples for all who read.
 

How to Benefit from the Holy Liturgy

by H.G. Bishop Mettaous
In our Coptic Church, the Holy Liturgy, in her essence of group prayer and worship, is the house of God and the door of heaven, the house of angels and the congregation of the saints. How do we spiritually gain from the Liturgy?
 

Rites of the Consecration of Deaconnesses

by H.G. Bishop Mettaous
The rites of ordaining a deaconness.
 

The Heavenly Host in Coptic Traditions

by Professor Otto F.A. Meinardus
Within the context of the theology and piety of the Copts the heavenly host occupies an important place. There are the seven archangels Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Suriel, Zedekiel, Serathiel, and Ananiel. They are the seven spirits of God (Rev. 4:5)....
 

The Prayers for the Ordination of Priest

by The Church