Articles
EXPERIENCES WITH THE ETERNITY TO COME
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Dec 19, 2021
Many times I have been judged by others that I am serious in my life, faithful in my studies and my work, and strict in my behavior ... read more
BETWEEN SERIOUSNESS AND CHEERFULNESS
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Dec 12, 2021
Many times I have been judged by others that I am serious in my life, faithful in my studies and my work, and strict in my behavior ... read more
THE PAIN
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Dec 5, 2021
Almost all of humankind cries out, from the infant to the old man. Each expresses -- one way or another -- the burden of pain that he ... read more
SACRIFICE OF THANKSGIVING
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Nov 28, 2021
Now let us present the sacrifice of Thanksgiving to God in the time of trouble and suffering for there is a definite deliverance and ... read more
A CHURCH OF ANGELS
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Oct 24, 2021
“If the angel of the Lord encamps beside those who fear their Lord and brings them deliverance (Ps. 33: 8)...then it would seem that ... read more
A Study of the Readings of the Coptic New Year
by St Mina Church - Holmdel | Sep 11, 2021
With the beginning of the New Year, each person, each family, and the whole Church should consider what the end of one year and the ... read more
Feasts of St Mary
by Hidden Treasures Group | Aug 21, 2021
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we focus on the many feasts of St. Mary in our beautiful church. read more
Remembering Saint Habib Girgis on his Feast Day
by HH Pope Shenouda III | Aug 20, 2021
Remembering Saint Habib Girgis on his Feast Day on the 70th year of his departure! Read more here. read more
The Feast of Transfiguration
by HG Bishop Youssef | Aug 18, 2021
During the month of August, the Coptic Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord Jesus Christ on Mount Tabor. The ... read more
الطفلة الصغيرة في الهيكل – الجزء الثاني
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Aug 17, 2021
حوار بين فتياننا الأبطال وأم النور read more
الطفلة الصغيرة في الهيكل
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Aug 9, 2021
حوار بين فتياننا الأبطال وأم النور read more
our beloved Rev. Fr Jacob Gendy
by St Mary Coptic Church | Aug 3, 2021
Congratulations to our beloved Reverend Father Jacob Gendy on receiving the grace and gift of priesthood in St. Philopateer Coptic ... read more
Is it Sinful to Drink Alcohol Recreationally?
by Mark Ghobrial | Aug 3, 2021
In our current society, alcohol has enthroned itself as a beverage of celebration, leisure, and destress. However, an important ... read more
Apostles Fast
by Hidden Treasures Group | Jun 20, 2021
In today’s episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a look at what’s behind the Apostle’s Fast. Feel free to read below this video to learn read more
Feast of the Pentecost
by Hidden Treasures Group | Jun 19, 2021
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look at what's behind the Feast of the Pentecost which is Sunday, June 7, 2020! As always, ... read more
Feast of the Ascension
by Hidden Treasures Group | Jun 10, 2021
In today’s episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a take a deep dive into the Feast of the Ascension which is on Thursday, May 28, 2020. ... read more
The Readings of the Holy 50 Days
by Hidden Treasures Group | May 19, 2021
In this week's episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a look at the Readings of the Holy 50 Days. Please see the article below to learn ... read more
The Annunciation of Christ the incarnate Word of God
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Apr 7, 2021
In the eyes of St. Jacob of Serugh and other church fathers read more
The Great Fast and the Christian Passover
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Mar 20, 2021
Let us be crucified with Him every day and experience the power of His Resurrection, so that by His grace we may elevate our hearts to ... read more
The Sunday Gospels of Lent and the Church’s Understanding of Fasting
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Mar 13, 2021
The Sundays Gospels of Lent reveal the church’s understanding of the concept of fasting and what the Church invites us to think about ... read more
A Short Conversation with Moses the Fasting Prophet!
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Mar 13, 2021
"I am really saddened at how some people misuse the Sunday on which we ought to prepare ourselves to fast. It is inappropriate to ... read more
Readings of Lent
by Hidden Treasures Group | Mar 12, 2021
With Background MusicWithout Background Music read more
The Contemporary Fathers of March
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Mar 10, 2021
What concerns me is not the display of miracles that occurred at their hands, but the secret of their fellowship with God working in ... read more
The Feast of Circumcision & Experiencing the Heavenly Life
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Jan 15, 2021
By circumcising the soul, the soul doesn't remain confined to the flesh and its desires, but proceeds to taste heaven every day! It ... read more
Incarnation is Simplicity
by Mina Azer | Jan 7, 2021
The good news is that Our Lord took the lowest form, this way everyone is able to approach Him. We just need to step down, lower our ... read more
An Explanation of Tenen
by Hidden Treasures Group | Dec 29, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a look at what's behind the popular hymn, Tenen. Make sure to check out the article for ... read more
27 Pieces of Advice from the Wise for the New Year
by Fr Mina Dimitri | Dec 28, 2020
Perhaps this year, we should start by hearing what God wants from us this year regardless of how small or how big. By: Fr. Mina Dimitry read more
An Explanation of the Burning Bush
by Hidden Treasures Group | Dec 19, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a look at what's behind the Kiahk praise, The Burning Bush. Make sure to check out the ... read more
An Explanation of My Heart & My Tongue
by Hidden Treasures Group | Dec 13, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we discuss the beautiful praise "My Heart and My Tongue" of the Kiahk Midnight Praises. read more
The Praises and Sundays of Kiahk – Encountering the Baby of the Manger
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Dec 9, 2020
The month of Kiahk is a holy month that is important for the Coptic Orthodox Church, as it is a month of praise that prepares us for ... read more
The Spirituality of Kiahk 7 & 4: Part 1 & 2
by Hidden Treasures Group | Dec 7, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we will discuss the history and meaning of the Kiahk Midnight Praises, or 7 & 4 prayers. Check read more
Happy Thanksgiving
by Fr Mina Dimitri | Nov 26, 2020
The meaning of Thanksgiving for us as Christians is derived from the Greek root Eucharist and used in the New Testament almost ... read more
St. Mina: Blessed With the Gift of Healing
by HG Bishop Youssef | Nov 24, 2020
Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of ... read more
Show Me Your God That I May Believe in Him!
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Oct 3, 2020
What is the afterlife like? What is the Kingdom of Heaven? By: Fr Tadros Malay read more
The Cross in Christianity
by Fr Bishoy Kamel | Sep 26, 2020
The Cross has weak appearance to the uninformed, but to the Christian, it is a weapon to overcome our worldly desires, and threats. ... read more
The Angel of the Wilderness
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Sep 18, 2020
St. John the Baptist in the writings of the Early Church Fathers. By: Fr Tadros Y. Malaty read more
Bless the Crown of the Year
by LA Copts | Sep 11, 2020
As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of Nayrouz, which is the feast of the new year beginning on September 12 in the Coptic Orthodox ... read more
The Feast of Living Witness to the Holy Trinity
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Sep 10, 2020
Our celebration of the feast of Nayrouz is an active form of witnessing to the Holy Trinity, the Lover of Mankind, who works in and for read more
The Saintly Priest
by Fr Tadros Malaty | Aug 28, 2020
On the Occasion of the Departure of Our Blessed Father Luka Sidarous By Father Tadros Yacoub Malaty Translated by Monica Mitry & ... read more
An Explanation of Atai Parthenos
by Hidden Treasures Group | Aug 17, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look at what's behind the hymn Atai Parthenos. Be sure to check out the article below to learn more. read more
Veneration of the Saints
by Hidden Treasures Group | Aug 11, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we focus on the veneration of the Saints in our church, most notably the mother of us all St. Mary. read more
Prostration Prayers (Sagda)
by Hidden Treasures Group | Jun 6, 2020
In today’s episode of Hidden Treasures, we take a look at the Prostration Prayers (Sagda) which is prayed following the liturgy of the ... read more
The Resurrection Reenactment
by Hidden Treasures Group | May 11, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we turn the clock back a bit to the Resurrection Liturgy where we look into what’s behind the ... read more
An Explanation of O Nim Nai
by Hidden Treasures Group | May 3, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into what’s behind O Nim Nai, a hymn that is chanted on the Feast of the Resurrection. ... read more
An Explanation of Golgotha
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 15, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into Golgotha, chanted in the 12th Hour on Good Friday. Check out the video and read the ... read more
An Explanation of Omonogenis
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 14, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look at what's behind the hymn, 'Omonogenis.' Check out the video and read the article below to read more
An Explanation of Pekethronos
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 13, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look at what's behind the hymn, 'Pekethronos.' It is chanted on Tuesday and Friday of the Holy ... read more
An Explanation of Thok Te Ti Gom
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 12, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look at what's behind the Paschal Praise, 'Thok Te Ti Gom.' Check out the video and as always ... read more
An Explanation of Evlogimenos
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 5, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into what’s behind Evlogimenos, a hymn that is chanted on Palm Sunday. Check out this ... read more
The Divine Liturgy of St. Cyril
by Hidden Treasures Group | Apr 1, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into what’s behind the liturgy of St. Cyril, one that is more commonly prayed during the ... read more
An Explanation of Meghalou
by Thomas Azer | Mar 23, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into what’s behind Meghalou, a hymn said after the Synaxarion reading on Saturdays and ... read more
An Explanation of Fai Etaf Enf: Part 1 & 2
by Thomas Azer | Mar 17, 2020
As many of you may or may not know, the Feast of the Cross is March 19, 2020. Fittingly, this two part episode covers the hymn of the ... read more
An Explanation of Je Peniot
by Thomas Azer | Mar 9, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we look into what’s behind Je Peniot, a hymn said after the Gospel reading on Saturdays and ... read more
The Rites of the Weekdays of the Great Fast
by Thomas Azer | Mar 1, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we continue our journey through the Great Fast, discussing the Weekday Rites. Check out this video read more
The Readings of Great Lent
by Mina Azer | Feb 24, 2020
We're back! We'll be releasing one video per week during Lent, starting with this video on the weekly themes of Great Lent and their ... read more
The Melismatic Praxis (Acts) Response – Shere Ne
by Mina Azer | Jan 5, 2020
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we discuss what's behind the long Shere Ne, a hymn said right before the Reading of the Acts. ... read more
Eparthenos
by Mina Azer | Dec 30, 2019
In this episode of Hidden Treasures, we discuss what's behind the hymn "Eparthenos" or "Today the Virgin". Check out this short video ... read more
An Introduction to Hidden Treasures
by Mina Azer | Dec 14, 2019
Ever wonder what’s behind all those long hymns? Or the reasons why we do all the things that we do during church? You’re not alone! We ... read more