SVS to Host Discussion on the State of Liturgical Music in the OCA

SVS Choir. Source: svots.edu

YONKERS, NY — St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary presents its annual Orthodox Education Day (OED) Online on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. EDT. This free virtual event features six sessions with scholars exploring Orthodox theology. 

10:05 a.m. EDT: The Theology of Leadership
Dr. Ionuț-Alexandru Tudorie and Rev. Pdn. Dr. Peter Danilchick discuss spiritual transformation as the foundation for true leadership in church, workplace, and home.

11:00 a.m. EDT: The Reception of Converts
Very Rev. Dr. Alexander Rentel and Very Rev. Dr. Aetios (Nikiforos) examine liturgical and canonical traditions for welcoming the growing number of Orthodox converts.

12:00 p.m. EDT: Orthodox Doctrine & Spirituality
Very Rev. Dr. Bogdan Bucur and Dr. Georgiana Huian explore how Church Fathers link doctrine and spiritual life in Christ.

1:00 p.m. EDT: Welcoming Catechumens
Right Rev. Dr. John (Abdalah) and Rev. Dn. Dr. Gregory Abdalah address opportunities and challenges in supporting new spiritual seekers.

2:00 p.m. EDT: Rethinking Sacred Arts
Dr. Peter Bouteneff and Dr. Christina Maranci question the nature and boundaries of sacred arts.

3:00 p.m. EDT: Orthodox Church Music
Rev. Dn. Dr. Harrison Basil Russin and Anastasia Kappanadze evaluate the state of Orthodox music in North America.

To register or submit questions, visit the Seminary's website.

Earlier this year, as the UOJ reported on SVS also held online seminars on the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Preaching and Sacred Art.

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