Thanks Fr. Peter,
I sensed, in previous correspondance with you, that you did not seem optimistic about a near future union with the RC?
How can we keep up to date with the ecumenical developments?
Also, do you appreciate that if the Catholics …
There is a time for concentrating on the issues which separate us, and a time for concentrating on the things that unite us. At this present time, when all traditional and Apostolic Christians find themselves under assault in the UK, this is a time…
Fr. Peter,
My apologies if I gave you the impression that I am in anyway against any unity or upset about the coming of the Pope. Not at all.
On the contrary, I'm eager to know about developments concerning the Unity. I think after talking to you…
[quote author=Ioannes link=topic=9749.msg119497#msg119497 date=1284743206]
Zoxasi, I would love to see the evidence of this. For instance, I would love to see the evidence that shows that H.H. Pope Shenouda and other bishops have covered up child ab…
[quote author=Ioannes link=topic=9749.msg119484#msg119484 date=1284730902]
I dont understand why there is a necessity for dialog between us and the latins? Do we really need them? I dont think we are capable of reconciliation for many reasons. Our o…
[quote author=peterfarrington link=topic=9749.msg119439#msg119439 date=1284646600]
There is the Catholic-Oriental Orthodox Regional Forum which meets regularly and draws together representatives bishops and priests of the Catholic and Oriental Ortho…
[quote author=kalsam link=topic=9730.msg119223#msg119223 date=1284229400]
I hav noticed a lot of people hav been posting a lot of feminist remarks that i find very (if i may say so) disturbing for example one posted zat women shud wear whatever zey …
[quote author=peterfarrington link=topic=9459.msg119371#msg119371 date=1284568474]
Well I'd expect you guys to know the origin myths of your own country??????
I know why Britain is called Britain for instance.
Best wishes
Father Peter
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[quote author=peterfarrington link=topic=9459.msg119359#msg119359 date=1284550143]
Genesis 10:6 And the sons of Ham; Cush, and Mizraim, and Phut, and Canaan.
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Lol.. come on Fr. Peter..
You guys know what I mean: How is it iLoveSaintMark…
[quote author=ilovesaintmark link=topic=9459.msg119345#msg119345 date=1284512857]
Jews and Arabs are Semites.
Coptics are Hamites. Genesis is quite specific: Misriam was one of the sons of Ham. He is the progenitor to the people of Egypt. That …
Guys,
Let's just focus on the topic here. To some ignorant atheist, they only see that in the OT there was killing - and the same in the Koran.
In the OT, stoning adulterers was allowed, and in the Koran, it is still allowed.
So, what do you tel…
[quote author=Godislove_ link=topic=9716.msg119169#msg119169 date=1284068163]
The Priest of the Burning Quran canceled it because he made a deal with the imam for not putting a mosque near ground zero.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/09/09/florida.quran.…
Yes, its a very foolish act indeed.
This is not from God.
Mocking and humiliating the faith of others is not right.
Even if their reasoning is that the Koran/Islam is from the devil, this is not the way to approach it. And their reasoning/wisd…
Guys,
I just found a facebook group called "EGYPTIANS ARE NOT ARABS"! wow!!
Its not just me thinking about this!!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/search/?flt=1&q=Egyptians are not Arabs&o=69
There are LOADS of groups like thi…
[quote author=Chief_of_Sinners link=topic=9640.msg119018#msg119018 date=1283820977]
so... what if abouna has discharge?? is he not going to pray the liturgy?
How often is that rule followed, it seems unknown to many and not taught but in regards to…
This is really amazing news. I think Abouna Anthony Messiha would be overjoyed at this.
What does this mean? Are these Coptic Schools already in existence? They will just receive extra funding?
What are these schools about?? What is their mandate…
[quote author=user00 link=topic=9706.msg119043#msg119043 date=1283838308]
For the longest time, I was against it, and eventually caved and got one. And like servant33 said, it can be very good or bad, like most things, depending on how it's used. Fo…
[quote author=lightening link=topic=9646.msg118719#msg118719 date=1283086260]
does the Bible encourage christians to emigrate to other countries in search of 'greener pastures'? anyone got any ideas?.. thank you.
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What if the "Greener" past…
Thanks for the quote!
But tell me, how do you overcome bitter feelings. I mean, a lot of times, there are injustices in life, and we cannot help but feel bitter about that? Should we neglect the bitterness?
Should we only give thanks and pretend …
[quote author=ilovesaintmark link=topic=9678.msg118913#msg118913 date=1283569734]
Now, putting aside the serious, so I can get back to my obnoxious funny self, do the GPS systems have a choice for an American voice? Do you get choices of areas: So…
[quote author=jeroldmatoy link=topic=9665.msg118840#msg118840 date=1283443265]
Good day,
I live here in philippines where orthodox traditions to many is almost unknown....We are almost roman catholic here in our country....We know that all of us as…
Thank you fr. Peter.
I don't know about George, but you've answered my concerns. Thanks again. Let's not add to this thread anymore unless you need further explanation. I really want Fr. Peter's answer to be seen as a reference point.
With all du…
Fr. Peter's opinion does make sense. But whenever I'm reading this chapter (about killing the midianites), I must admit, it does seem that it was the Israelis that started it. Its as if God didnt seek a peaceful resolution.
I still cannot fathom h…
[quote author=peterfarrington link=topic=9659.msg118814#msg118814 date=1283343215]
The Hebrew for 'virgin' is also the same as 'young woman'.
The Old Testament is a record of God's revelation of himself to man over time. Man didn't understand for m…
Hi,
Im sorry - this doesn't make sense, even spiritually speaking.
Let's say some girl seduces me, and I sin with her. So, is it logical that I kill her so she doesn't go around seducing other people?
Is this God's intention Ioannes?
Why DID…
[quote author=Ioannes link=topic=9643.msg118705#msg118705 date=1283035952]
I have just released the English version of The End of Man, edited a bit to pertain a bit more to the English speaking Orthodox. I have a hardcover version and a paperback. T…
[quote author=George_Mina_Awad link=topic=9651.msg118749#msg118749 date=1283174858]
They are complete opposites.
Their structures, their authorship, the morals they teach, and their concepts of God. The Bible has 76 books with over 40 authors; The …
[quote author=copticuser20 link=topic=9624.msg118665#msg118665 date=1282914960]
wasnt this country built on the foundation of christian principles???
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Christianity is all about Freedom. Freedom to accept Christ, Freedom to reject Him. God, …