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On the first anniversary of the departure of H.H. Pope Shenouda III, we would like to present to you a collection of books written by His Holiness which contains His contemplations on Holy Week. This book is made up of five different booklets that His Holiness published in different years. This book takes you through the events of this great and holy week and helps the reader to participate in every step of Christ's passions. This book first appeared in the late sixties in the Arabic language and has since been reprinted many times. It consists of five booklets that have been combined into one book. Perhaps contemplations on the Holy Week of Pascha needs many more books as it is the holiest week in the year, filled with great spiritual memories which are impossible to gather in one book. Contemplations on the Holy Week of Pascha are suitable at any time of the year, as the suffering of our Lord Jesus Christ is the foundation of our Christian faith. We remember the suffering of our Lord Jesus Christ every day in the sixth hour prayer of the Agpya. Therefore, we present these contemplations in your hands and also pray deep in your hearts.

Discover the art of living a harmoniously balanced Christian life. This compelling book serves as a guide for young Christian families, weaving together wisdom, biblical insights, and relatable stories to help navigate the complexities of modern life.In a world teeming with challenges, maintaining a spiritual and practical balance is often daunting. 'The Balance Beam' offers a fresh perspective, likening life to a gymnast's poise on a balance beam.This book delves into various life aspects, from cultivating contentment and Christ-centered priorities to nurturing strong familial bonds and discovering purpose. Each chapter, illuminated by biblical verses and wisdom from early church fathers, is a step towards integrating faith seamlessly into every facet of life.'The Balance Beam' addresses contemporary issues such as technology, materialism, and societal pressures, providing scriptural and anecdotal guidance. It emphasizes love, service, humility, and the importance of maintaining a God-centered approach in all endeavors.As families embark on this journey, 'The Balance Beam' serves as a compass, aligning them with God's purpose and reminding them that, like skilled gymnasts, they can navigate life with grace and confidence under God's guidance. It's an essential read for those seeking a life of significance, fulfillment, and steadfast faith in today's chaotic world.

"And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, 'This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.'"(Luke 22:19)The Liturgical rite in the Coptic Orthodox Church is a rich and deeply symbolic one. It combines Old Testament and New Testament elements seamlessly to ultimately tell the salvific story. Despite St Mark instituting the liturgy almost two millenia ago, the rite of the liturgy is largely unchanged, making the Orthodox Church unique in that sense.However, the beauty of the mosaic of the liturgy can at times go largely unappreciated, especially the inaudible prayers said by the priest and the subtle gestures inside the altar. This book by H.G. Bishop Raphael explains each segment of the liturgy exploring the reason and the meaning behind it with Biblical proof and spiritual contemplation.

NAISSANCE NOUVELLE DANS LE BAPTÊME, nous recevons le Saint-Esprit qui demeure en nous et ¿uvre en nous pour que nous puissions atteindre la perfection spirituelle. Bien que la Bible nous dise ce que nous devons faire pour atteindre une telle perfection et mériter la vie éternelle, elle ne nous dit pas comment.Le désert égyptien est devenu une université dans cette quête de la perfection. Les Pères du Désert ont fait une science de cette quête, que nous appelons maintenant la spiritualité. Dans cette université, des recherches ont été menées et des expériences ont été publiées par de nombreux chercheurs venus chercher la sagesse de ces Pères du Désert.Le père Athanase Iskander a emprunté des méthodes et des techniques à ces Saints Pères et a donné des instructions avisées sur la manière de les appliquer concrètement aux luttes auxquelles sont confrontés les jeunes orthodoxes vivant au vingt et unième siècle.

The concept of purity is one that has often raised questions regarding its true purpose and practicality in our society. Can one be truly pure in our world?Do I need to withdraw from the world in order to be pure? Does purity mean I'll lead a boring life? Fr Tadros Yacoub Malaty presents this text on purity, clarifying how the life of purity is ultimately a gift from God that allows us to be united with Christ. Learn how a life of purity is truly a life of interior freedom, whereby one can live in Christ and for Christ without the chains tying us to the world. The book includes both an examination of the concept of purity, as well as answers to common youth questions surrounding purity and the spiritual life.

The concept of purity is one that has often raised questions regarding its true purpose and practicality in our society. Can one be truly pure in our world? Do I need to withdraw from the world in order to be pure? Does purity mean I'll lead a boring life?Fr Tadros Yacoub Malaty presents this text on purity, clarifying how the life of purity is ultimately a gift from God that allows us to be united with Christ. Learn how a life of purity is truly a life of interior freedom, whereby one can live in Christ and for Christ without the chains tying us to the world. The book includes both an examination of the concept of purity, as well as answers to common youth questions surrounding purity and the spiritual life.

Santa Demiana foi uma mártir cristã egípcia do início do século IV. Sua história é um lembrete para todas as jovens, que sua alegria eterna e salvação é a única coisa necessária em suas vidas. Santa Demiana só tinha nosso Senhor Jesus Cristo em seu coração e em sua mente. Nada mais importava para ela.Este livro dá aos pais a oportunidade de ensinar a nossos filhos como valorizar e priorizar outras coisas mais do que Jesus. Santa Demiana, entretanto, é um belo exemplo, pois ela nos lembra que sempre precisamos colocar Jesus em primeiro lugar.

A história de São Abraão, o Bispo de Fayum, ensina às crianças a alegria de dar. Ao ler esta história com seus filhos, ela os inspirará a pensar em maneiras de dar aos outros e ajudar os necessitados.As doações de esmolas ou caridade podem assumir muitas formas; seja com dinheiro, esforço, tempo ou simples atos de bondade. Este livro explica às crianças que quando ajudamos os outros e damos com um coração alegre, nos aproximamos do coração de nosso Senhor, Jesus Cristo.Para as crianças, isto pode ser feito colocando de lado algum dinheiro de bolso para os pobres, ajudando um amigo necessitado, visitando abrigos para sem-teto com os pais, ou doando brinquedos e roupas para instituições de caridade dignas. Mais importante ainda, estes atos de bondade devem ser feitos com um coração alegre como "Deus ama quem dá com alegria". 2 Coríntios 9:7.A leitura deste livro para seus filhos os ajudará a construir um relacionamento próximo com Santo Abraão e os inspirará a ser como ele e a ajudar alegremente aqueles que estão em necessidade.

Christians often forget a fundamental aspect of their faith: God's love for us. This oversight leads to a misconstrued self-understanding, hindering their ability to connect and serve others genuinely. The solution lies in returning to the core belief of Christianity - God's unconditional love for every individual, despite our daily sins and societal pressures. This book is a profound exploration of the Christian faith, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God's unconditional love for us. It guides Christians towards selfless service, urging them to see themselves and others through God's loving eyes, and to serve others as an embodiment of His divine love.

In a world where the divine seems distant and spirituality seems to move at a turtle's pace, "Filled with the Holy Spirit" calls for a profound awakening. Are you yearning to take the first steps to repentance? Are you seeking the Holy Spirit's fire to ignite within? Dive into this spiritual journey where every sin and misstep is an opportunity to invite the Holy Spirit into your life, to lead you towards the path of repentance and growth.Drawing from the timeless wisdom of St. Macarius the Great, this journey is a tapestry of spiritual contemplations designed to illuminate the transcendent power of the Holy Spirit, and inspire you to invite His presence into your daily life.In each chapter of "Filled with the Holy Spirit" Fr Kyrillos Farag draws from the teachings of St. Macarius, challenging you to form a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. The book reassures you of the Holy Spirit's support in your battle against bodily temptations and spiritual transgressions. As St. Macarius professes, "These things are obtained gradually, and they require time, effort, patience, and much love and longing for the Lord."Join us on this transformative journey, allowing the Holy Spirit to guide your prayers, fasting, and vigils, and leading you to taste the sweetness of repentance. Dive into this spiritual journey and allow yourself to be ignited by the fiery Holy Spirit.

'Egypt: Stories From the Mission Field' invites the readers on a captivating journey through the experiences of various members of the Body of Christ from all over the world who embraced the call to serve in this culturally rich and spiritually profound region.From the bustling villages along the Nile to the serene monastic settlements in the desert, each story paints a vivid picture of the challenges and unveils the acts of fellowship, love, hope, simplicity and spiritual encounters experienced by the youth.In these inspiring stories, the profound mystery of "Love" is beautifully translated into tangible actions. The book aims to awaken a deep sense of compassion within readers and ignite a passion for service. It seeks to inspire the readers to embrace their unique call to serve others, recognizing that true fulfillment lies in selflessly giving of oneself following in the footsteps of Christ. The stories within the book exemplify that Christ does not solely call those who are already qualified, but rather, through His grace, He qualifies those who respond to His call.

Chrismation is the sacrament that directly follows Baptism. It is the anointing with Myron oil and laying on of hands by a priest with apostolic succession. It is also called Myron, Confirmation, or Unction. It is a Sacrament ordained by Christ and is a vital part of our salvation. This booklet examines the biblical basis of the sacrament from the old and new testaments. It also traces its historical practice in the life of the church through the testimonies of the church fathers.

Sainte Demiana était une martyre Chrétienne Egyptienne du début du quatrième siècle. Son histoire est un rappel à toutes les jeunes filles que la joie éternelle et le salut sont les seules choses nécessaires à leur vie. Sainte Demiana avait seulement notre Seigneur Jésus Christ dans le c¿ur et à l'esprit. Rien d'autre n'importait à ses yeux.Ce livre donne aux parents l'opportunité d'enseigner à nos enfants à ne rien valoriser plus que Jésus. Sainte Demiana, est un bel exemple qui nous rappelle que nous devons toujours donner la priorité à Jésus.

History of the rite of the Holy Week in the Coptic Church by Associate Professor Youhanna Nessim Youssef, is one of the first pieces of literature that collates and analyses different sources to determine the provenance and derivation of the Coptic rite of Holy Week. In its current form, each hour of Passion Week is structured quite similarly- prophecies, paschal praise, psalm, gospel, exposition, and daytime litanies, with special hymns sung during momentous hours such as the 6th hour of Good Friday- however, it was not always so. Derived mainly from a very early 4th century Christian tradition, the current rite has been augmented across the centuries with readings and hymns for various reasons. Thus, the author examines sources across ten centuries written by varying stakeholders to create a literary flow chart of the evolution of the modern-day rite and lectionary.

St Bulus al-Bushi has and will be known as one of the greatest theologians in the history of the Coptic Middle Ages. His extensive contributions to writing in Arabic had extensive effects to Egyptian Christians and other groups. He was one of the first authors to write in the Arabic language rather than translate from the Greek or Coptic as was common at the time. The eight homilies translated in this book were given on the major church feasts and are arguably his most famous work. These homilies are characterised by their extensive use of scripture, as well as his ability to integrate theological and spiritual themes, which puts him in line with the great church fathers of the fourth and fifth centuries.

The Katamarus is a liturgical reading book that is used in vespers and liturgy that contains the readings that are meant to be read on different days. This Kids Katamarus is a modified version tailored for children to allow them to follow the church readings in a simpler language. This book has all the Sunday readings throughout the year in addition to all the major feasts and fast according to the Coptic Orthodox church. This book is suitable for use at home to follow with your children the church readings or in a liturgy that is held especially for Children.

History knows many child martyrs, but undoubtedly the most recognised Egyptian child saint is Abanoub of Nehisa. Born in a time of widespread idolatry Abanoub was raised in pious Christian family that taught him the orthodox faith. When he was just 12 years old, he was filled with holy zeal and proclaimed the faith boldly in front of the romans rulers.The story of the Martyrdom of St Abanoub will inspire and prepare your children to stand against worldly pressures that will face them in their adult years. In St Abanoub they will find an inspirational friend and example who can accompany them in difficult times.

Have you ever thought about what it means when the Bible says, "We have the mind of Christ" (1 Cor. 2:16)? This means that we have the capacity to think about things the way Jesus Christ would think about them. This is an astounding reality!This book is a series of reflections from Jesus' sermon on the mount where He gave us a glimpse of how to think and act like Christ in different situations. Each reflection is given a theme, such as how to think, feel and act like Christ and therefore we begin to view people differently and in turn, approach life differently - according to the Mind of Christ.

To commemorate 80 years since C.S. Lewis' classic satirical novel The Screwtape Letters, The Incendus Letters allows a new generation of readers a glimpse into the perspective of the demons that plague their lives. Follow Maniacus, a maleficent senior demon, as he provides advice to his offspring Incendus, charged with ensuring the condemnation of a human on Earth. Set in the 21st century, Karras uses Lewis' epistolary format to explore the complexities and hidden traps of modern living.From the personal struggles of temptation, to the continuous trials and tribulations present in various types of relationships, these series of letters act as a mirror for an individual to assess how they can improve their quality of life.¿Spiritual or not, this meditation on what it means to be human invites all readers to consider how they can defeat their own demons.

St Bishoy, un saint renommé du 4e siècle, a grandi avec ses six autres frères. Lorsqu'il était jeune sa mère a eu une vision dans laquelle un ange lui a révélé que le seigneur avait choisi Bishoy pour Le servir comme un vaisseau spécial de sa grâce. Il a entamé son voyage dans le monachisme au jeune âge de vingt ans, et continua de grandir de gloire en gloire. Il est surtout connu pour sa forte lutte ascétique et pour les nombreuses apparitions à lui du Seigneur Jésus, incluant même le fait de l'avoir porté.