GO Family and Friends Library
Trials & Tribulations
September 8, 2023 • Rev. Fr Anastasios Bozikis, Presvitera Maria Bozikis
"Do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when His glory is revealed" - 1 Peter 4:12-14. Offering wisdom through Scripture, the words of the Holy Fathers and personal struggles, our panelists discuss the trials and tribulations of life that ultimately strengthen our faith and bring us closer to our Salvation. The Panel of speakers include: Fr Nicholas Scordilis, Fr Anastasios Bozikis, Fr Edward Waters, Dcn Fr Mark Donnelly & Presvitera Maria Bozikis.
What do the Scriptures say about Christ's Ascension?
May 21, 2023 • Dr Lydia Gore Jones
Dr Lydia Gore-Jones, Senior Lecturer in Old Testament Studies, presented an online lecture to the GO Family & Friends Zoom Fellowship titled, ‘What do the Scriptures say about Christ's Ascension?’. The lecture focused on the Old and New Testament scriptural references to this great event, as well as the reflections of our Church hymns on its significance for human salvation.
The Journey of the Myrrhbearing Women
April 30, 2023 • Dr Andrew Mellas
Dr Andrew Mellas, Senior Lecturer at St Andrew’s Theological, presents an online lecture on the Journey of the Myrrh-Bearing Women to the Holy Tomb to the GO Family & Friends Ministry Fellowship. The lecture explores how the hymns of Byzantium invite us to journey with the myrrh-bearing women to the holy tomb and experience how their grief is transformed into joy.
The Story of St Mary of Egypt and Jesus said to Mary Magdalene: 'Go and tell my brothers.'
April 1, 2023 • Dr Lydia Gore Jones, Sr Margaret Beirne
A Unique Saint to the World - The Story of St Mary of Egypt & Jesus said to Mary Magdalene 'Go and tell my brothers..." With Dr Lydia Gore Jones and Sr Margaret Beirne respectively. Hosted by the Cathedral of the Annunciation of our Lady and GO Family and Friends.
Climbing the Ladder to God: Stages in the Christian Life
March 26, 2023 • Dr Philip Kariatlis
Go Family & Friends Ministry together with Saint Andrews Theological College presents the ZOOM Fellowship for Adults with guest speaker Dr. Philip Kariatlis. The theme of the talk was 'Climbing the Ladder to God: Stages in the Christian Life'.
