St. Vladimir’s Seminary announces summer 2011 programs
Besides its annual offering of an Iconography Workshop and the Diaconal Liturgical Practicum, Saint Vladimir’s Seminary here will be adding two specialized workshops to its June 2011 schedule—one addressing Internet pornography and one examining missiology. In addition, the seminary will host a major conference, “Women Disciples of the Lord,” which is open to women and men. The seminary invites participants to explore all of its upcoming summer programs.
June 7-8: Missiology and Evangelism Workshop: Outreach to people of African heritage and Spanish-speaking cultures, led by Fathers Moses Berry, Ash Grove, MO and Antonio Perdomo, Pharr, TX.
June 9-11: Workshop on Internet Pornography and Chastity: A dual focus workshop led by Dr. Albert Rossi for pastors, youth ministers, and educators, concerning pastoral counseling for adults with Internet pornography problems and chastity for youth and young adults.
June 17-19: Women Disciples of the Lord: An exploration of the potential ministries of Orthodox Christian women within the home, parish, workplace, and society to build up Christ’s Church. Co-coordinators Tanya Penkrat, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), and Dr. Peter C. Bouteneff, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), invite feedback to help shape the conference.
June 19-23: Fifth Annual Diaconal Liturgical Practicum: Practical liturgical training for deacons and lay diaconal candidates, supported by the celebration of liturgical services and intensive workshops; led by Archdeacon Kirill Sokolov, Father Sergius Halvorsen, and seminary faculty.
June 19-24: Iconography Workshop: Training for aspiring and experienced iconographers in the egg tempera, Russo-Byzantine style of iconography, addressing both technique and a prayerful approach to this spiritual art; led by Protodeacon Nazari Polataiko.
For further information on these summer programs, visit www.svots.edu or contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), or 914-961-8313 X351.