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St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church of Houston
We strive to provide a place of worship to people of all languages and backgrounds while observing the sacraments and ancient traditions of the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
Episodes
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Balancing Faith and Technology in Life and Adoption
Fr. Matthias Shehad discusses the ethical challenges of advancing reproductive technologies like IVF and CRISPR gene editing, emphasizing the importance of…
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The Essence of Discipleship: Submission and Humility
Fr. Matthias Shehad explains the concept of discipleship as trusting and submitting to someone more experienced who has already walked the spiritual path you…
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The Cross Tells Us Who The Lord Is | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the significance of the feast of the cross by examining how the cross reveals the true identity of Jesus Christ. He explains that…
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Deuteronomy 27-30 [Disobedience Curses & Obedience Blessing] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad unfolds the message in Deuteronomy chapters 27 to 30, where Moses recounts God's laws and forewarns the Israelites of blessings for…
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[E25] Original Sin, Mary, Theosis - Metr. Youssef | Living Incense
Metropolitan Youssef discusses the Orthodox position on Original Sin, the Immaculate Conception, Theosis, and how these topics pertain to salvation. #coptic…
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Deuteronomy 23-26 [Exclusion from God's Special People] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad continues his study of Deuteronomy chapters 23-26, exploring God's laws given to the Israelites before entering the Promised Land. He…
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You Already Know Enough to Begin | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the question of what it truly means to inherit eternal life, emphasizing that often we already know what God requires from…
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Teamwork in Marriage [Part 2] | SA&SP Couple's Meeting (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this continuation of the discussion on teamwork in marriage, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores essential principles for building a strong marital partnership…
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The Liturgical Life: The Veiled Christ [Part 1] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad begins a new series on the liturgical life, exploring the true encounter with Christ during the Divine Liturgy. He explains that the…
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When We Deceive Ourselves | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores how people often deceive themselves by distorting truth to fit their own desires, using the example of how John…
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Deuteronomy 19-22 [Cities of Refuge & Unjust Witnesses] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Deuteronomy chapters 19 to 22, discussing the importance of cities of refuge as places where those who commit unintentional…
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'The Holy Virgin St. Mary' by HH Pope Shenouda III [Part 4] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this talk, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the role and virtues of the Virgin St. Mary in the Orthodox Church as presented by HH Pope Shenouda III. He…
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[E24] What is the Purpose of Suffering? | Living Incense
In this episode, Fr. Matthias explains how the Cross transforms suffering and serves as a reminder to always seek the good in trials and hardships. #coptic…
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Evil Imitates Goodness | Sermon (Fr. James Gendi of @saintmaryhouston)
Fr. James Gendi explores the theme of evil imitating goodness, focusing on biblical warnings about deception in the end times. Drawing from Mark, Revelation…
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Deuteronomy 16-18 [Observing Feasts & The Promise of a Prophet] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad continues his study of Deuteronomy chapters 16 to 18, focusing on the observance of key Jewish feasts and the promise of a coming prophet…
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[E23] Why Do Good People Suffer? | Living Incense
In this episode, Fr. Matthias explains where suffering comes from, why good people are not exempt from it, and how trusting God can make suffering fruitful and…
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Deuteronomy 12-15 [The Place of Worship & Firstborn Animals] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Deuteronomy chapters 12 to 15, focusing on the designated place of worship, proper sacrificial offerings, and the importance of…
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'The Holy Virgin St. Mary' by HH Pope Shenouda III [Part 3] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this talk, Fr. Matthias Shehad concludes his series on the Holy Virgin St. Mary, focusing on her virtues of humility, surrender, and endurance. He explains…
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Deuteronomy 8-11 [Keeping the Commandments & Israel's Rebellion] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Deuteronomy chapters 8 to 11, focusing on God's commandments, Israel's rebellion, and the lessons learned during their 40 years of…
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'The Holy Virgin St. Mary' by HH Pope Shenouda III [Part 2] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
HH Pope Shenouda III, through Fr. Matthias Shehad, explores the significance of St. Mary in the church, focusing on her various titles and symbols. He explains…
St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church of Houston[E22] Is There Salvation Outside the Church? - Metropolitan Youssef | Living Incense
His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef explains how to discern the true Church, respond to theological disagreements, and how the Orthodox Church approaches the…
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When the Heart Becomes Unable to Recognize God | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the spiritual blindness that causes the Pharisees to reject Christ despite witnessing His miracles. He explains…
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[E21] What Happens at the Second Coming? | Living Incense
Fr. Matthias explains how the Orthodox Church views the resurrection of the body at the Second Coming, the final judgment, the end of the age, and how…
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When the Bridegroom Is Taken Away | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the meaning behind Christ’s statement that the bridegroom will be taken away, symbolizing the time after Jesus’…
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Deuteronomy 5-7 [Ten Commandments & Obedience Brings Blessing] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Deuteronomy chapters 5 to 7, focusing on the Ten Commandments and the blessings tied to obedience. He explains Moses’ role in…
St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church of HoustonContemplations on Psalm 20 | The Harvest (Michael Sedrak)
In this talk, Michael Sedrak explores Psalm 20, examining its meaning within the context of Biblical history and Christian spirituality. He explains the…
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[E20] How Do We Enter Heaven? | Living Incense
Fr. Matthias explains how we, as Christians, must accept the gift of salvation that God has freely given us through faith, repentance, and the sacramental life…
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1st Sunday of Mesore, 1742 [St. Mary's Fast] | Chanter Ordinations (HG Bishop Gregory)
H.G. Bishop Gregory leads the ordination prayers for chanters in the Coptic Orthodox Church, invoking God’s grace for those who serve in chanting spiritual…
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... Then What? | Homily (HG Bishop Gregory)
H.G. Bishop Gregory reflects on the parable of the vine dressers, interpreting the vineyard as the soul entrusted to each person by God. He emphasizes personal…
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Deuteronomy 2-4 [The Years in the Desert & The Law of Moses] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this Bible study on Deuteronomy chapters 2-4, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the journey of the Israelites during their 40 years in the desert. He explains…
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'The Holy Virgin St. Mary' by HH Pope Shenouda III [Part 1] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
HH Pope Shenouda III’s teaching, presented by Fr. Matthias Shehad, explores the role and significance of the Holy Virgin St. Mary in the church. This first…
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[E19] What Happens When We Die? | Living Incense
In this episode, Fr. Matthias discusses what the Coptic Orthodox Church teaches regarding the afterlife. He talks about prayer for the dead, the soul's…
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How Time Can Strengthen Our Faith | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad reflects on the story of Lazarus and why Jesus delayed his visit, exploring the spiritual purpose behind God's timing in our trials. He…
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Calling Others to 'Come and See' | Sermon (Fr. Polycarpus Shoukry of @StMarkHTX)
Fr. Polycarpus Shoukry reflects on the gospel story of the five loaves and two fish, highlighting the role of St. Andrew in inviting others to "come and see"…
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Deuteronomy 1 [Introduction & Moses' Instructions] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad introduces the Book of Deuteronomy, explaining its background, meaning, and connection to the Pentateuch. He outlines the history of the…
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Interior Freedom [I.3. Accepting Suffering] | The Harvest (Eric Tadros)
Eric Tadros explores the theme of interior freedom by focusing on the acceptance of suffering as a crucial step toward spiritual growth. He contrasts external…
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Evangelism 101 [Part 8] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this continuation of his series on evangelism, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores key cultural challenges the Western church encounters in reaching and retaining…
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[E18] Does Theology Matter? - Metropolitan Youssef | Living Incense
In this episode, His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef discusses ecumenism and the unity of churches from an Orthodox perspective. #CopticOrthodox #Ecumenism…
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[E17] Can Science Disprove Miracles? | Living Incense
Fr. Matthias discusses whether science can disprove miracles and how Christians should approach biblical events that cannot be fully explained through science…
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The Greatness of Becoming Small | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the message of humility and childlikeness in Christ’s teaching about entering the kingdom of heaven. He explains…
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Teamwork in Marriage [Part 1] | SA&SP Couple's Meeting (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the theme of teamwork within marriage, emphasizing the biblical concept of unity where two become one flesh. He discusses the…
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How Can We Love Our Enemies? [How?] | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this sermon, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the Christian command to love our enemies by examining the mission and challenges faced by the 70 apostles. He…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Jesus Appears to Apostles & Ascension] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad concludes the Harmony of the Gospels series by exploring the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus to His disciples and the Ascension. He…
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Evangelism 101 [Part 7] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this final part of his Evangelism 101 series, Fr. Matthias Shehad focuses on the specific challenges and cultural differences faced by the Coptic Church in…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Guard Set at the Tomb & Resurrection] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad continues his Harmony of the Gospels Bible study by exploring the events at the tomb during Bright Saturday and Resurrection Sunday. He…
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Evangelism 101 [Part 6] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this episode of Evangelism 101, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the calling of Levi (Matthew the Evangelist) and the essential qualities of evangelism in the…
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[E16] Can Christians Believe in Evolution? | Living Incense
Fr. Matthias discusses creation, evolution, and how Christians should understand Genesis alongside modern science. He talks about the Big Bang, intelligent…
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[E15] Does Science Contradict Faith? | Living Incense
In this episode, Fr. Matthias explores the relationship between faith, science, and truth. He discusses why the Bible is not a science textbook, how Christians…
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How Can We Love Our Enemies? [Why?] | Sermon (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores why Christians are called to love their enemies, a command often seen as challenging and counterintuitive. He explains that loving…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Crucifixion Aftermath & Burial] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this Bible study, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the harmony of the Gospels focusing on the Crucifixion aftermath and burial of Jesus Christ. He examines the…
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"Make Them Sit Down in Groups of Fifty" | The Harvest (Fr. Tobia Manoli of @archangelraphael904)
Fr. Tobia Manoli explores the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand, emphasizing its unique mention in all four Gospels and its lessons for Christian…
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The Treasure of the Heart | Sermon (Fr. Tobia Manoli of @archangelraphael904)
Fr. Tobia Manoli discusses the spiritual significance of the heart as the source of our words and actions. He explains that cursing, swearing, and gossiping…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Barabbas v Jesus & The Crucifixion] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the biblical account of Barabbas’s release in place of Jesus during His trial before Pontius Pilate, highlighting the political…
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Evangelism 101 [Part 5] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the principles of evangelism through the story of Philip and Nathaniel in John chapter 1. He highlights the significance of…
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[E14] How Satan Attacks the Christian - Pope Shenouda III | Living Incense
In this episode, Fr. Matthias Shehad discusses Pope Shenouda III’s insights from the book *The Diabolic Wars* on how Satan attacks Christians. Fr. Matthias…
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Giving Our Hearts to Christ | Sermon (Bassem Iskander)
In this sermon, Bassem Iskander reflects on the healing of the paralyzed man brought to Jesus by his four friends, emphasizing that Christ’s primary mission is…
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Dealing with Life's Challenges Together | SA&SP Couple's Meeting (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad discusses how married couples can face life’s challenges as a united team. He emphasizes that in marriage, each partner’s struggles become…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Trial Before Pilate & Judas' Death] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the trial of Jesus before Pontius Pilate, highlighting the contrast between the Jewish leaders’ accusations and Pilate’s political…
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Joseph: Life of faithfulness | The Harvest (Bassem Iskander)
Bassem Iskander explores the life of Joseph from the book of Genesis, focusing on his journey from a favored, prideful son to a figure of faithfulness used by…
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Harmony of the Gospels [Betrayal and Arrest] | Bible Study (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this Bible study, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the Harmony of the Gospels focusing on the betrayal and arrest of Jesus Christ. He examines the accounts of…