I skimmed over the ideas of hell, heaven, and universalism in part one. Of course, I did not give the themes justice because each of these topics has been the subject of numerous publications. These postings serve as my musings on the subjects as I consider their broader implications. …

Hellbound is a documentary that I haven’t seen in a while, but I still think you should watch it. Examining the idea of hell in contemporary western culture makes for a fascinating documentary. It sparked a lot of intriguing discussions about how modern Western culture has come to understand hell…

Firstly, we must respect all human life (those who are rich and those who are poor) because just like the rich build our community, the poor teach our society. Second, the quotation highlights a major human struggle and tension between material and spiritual beauty in the face of hardship. How…

“Beauty will save the world,” stated Fydor Dostoevsky, a Russian novelist. I never gave it much thought. Seminary forced me to think outside the box, and the more I was forced to think outside the box, the more I had to step outside the box. As I studied Dostoevsky, I…

There is a severe shortage of credible facts and figures in research on divorce among Copts. The decades-long standoff on the matter, along with the social and ecclesiastical stigmatization of divorce, resulted in a situation in which most parties formed a vested interest in obscuring the facts. The Church had…

It hurts me to write this piece to probe about what is happening in the Coptic Orthodox Church. If you know me, you know that I love my church and that I use my voice with the intention to promote and build it. However, when ridiculous acts like the ones…

By: Let Her Wild and Bavly Kost Cancel culture has gotten some limelight over the past couple of years. When a person takes part in something regarded unjustifiable, they are canceled. Some have criticized cancel culture, claiming that this act offers no other way to invite dialogue, while others argue…

I recently attended/watched a relationship series at SMSV, and to my surprise, they discussed a wide range of issues, including how to deal with breakups, how to improve communication, and even covid-19 dating. Other topics explored included boundaries and conflict resolution. Overall, the speakers for all the discussions did an…

Living in Toronto, I am exposed to a diverse range of cultures and ethnic groups. The marriage ritual is a part of those civilizations and ethnicities. When you look across the board, regardless of race, nationality, or religion, the marriage ritual usually involves two individuals coming together and recognizing their…