Awakening the Heart: Lectures on Confession
During the Divine Liturgy, the priest exclaims “Holy Things are for the holy.” Repentance is a call back to holiness. It is “man’s return to God […] the transformation of the mind from the darkness of sin into the light of Christ” (Hieromonk Gregorios, Repentance and Confession). In this lecture series we will discuss the living a life of repentance, practical tools for the spiritual life, and ultimately what the sacrament of Holy Confession means for our lives.
If you you were born Orthodox, converted, or don’t know anything about Orthodoxy at all, please come learn, ask questions, and join in fellowship.
These lectures will take place on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm, following Daily Vespers which is at 6pm. All lectures given at St Timothy Orthodox Christian Church, 403 N. J. St, Lompoc CA 93436.
(Recordings will be posted as lectures are delivered. Check back frequently!)
Lecture One
Aug 21st: With the Swine and the Exile of the Mind
The reasons for talking about confession, a brief history of confession, why it is important in the spiritual life, and the Prodigal Son as a model of our lives.
Lecture Two
Sept 4th: Turning of the Mind
The Meaning of Repentance (Metanoia) and Recognizing the Need for Change.
Lecture Three
Sept 11th: The Great Medicine
What Is Holy Confession and How is it Important in Our Spiritual Lives?
Coming soon…
