ACADEMIC JOURNAL
First Edition
Academic Journal of Orthodox Theological Studies
With the blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Saba and driven by our commitment to fostering vibrant theological discourse, we are proud to announce the launch of the AHOS Journal. This new publication aims to serve as a platform for students, faculty, alumni, and scholars whose research and interests align with the Orthodox Christian Tradition. Under the guidance of V. Rev. Fr. Michel Najim and Rt. Rev. Fr. Fadi Rabbat and myself, the AHOS Journal aspires to enrich our academic community by providing a dedicated space for rigorous scholarship and meaningful dialogue. We look forward to your contributions and to the robust exchange of ideas that this journal will undoubtedly inspire.
Opening Letters
President of AHOS
V. Rev. Michel Najim (Ph.D)
Academic Dean
Rt. Rev. Fr. Fadi Rabbat (Ph.D)
OAS Coordinator
Dn. Simeon Spencer
Editorial Board
Rt. Rev. Fr. Fadi Rabbat (editor-in-chief)
Dn. Simeon Spencer
Mr. Peter Lee
Fr. Cosmin Sicoe
Papers and Theses
The Symbolic Unity of Theurgia and Hierurgia in the Dionysian Liturgy
Speaker: Peter Lee, PhD Student
Speaker Bio:
Description: An analysis of Dionysius’ commentary on the liturgy and the Eucharist under the Syriac notion of symbol.
St. Gregory the Sinaite: A 14th Century Mystagogue and True Teacher on the Incarnation of Christ The Word - Θεού Λόγος in the Human Heart of Man
Speaker: R. Joseph Bussard, PhD Student
Speaker Bio:
Description: A presentation of the theological synthesis found in St. Gregory, which unites many of the deep Christian mysteries into an approachable understanding.
The Orthodox Church’s Approach to Mental Health
Speaker: Maximus Sauskojus, MTS Graduate
Speaker Bio:
Description: An exploration of how the Orthodox Christian life addresses the interrelationship between mental and spiritual health.
Healing in the Family: The Ethics of Becoming a Healing Presence to Your Relatives
Speaker: Kathleen McKinnon, MPCC Student
Speaker Bio:
Description: An examination of ethical issues that arise when caring for members of one’s family.
Forming Monks and Fostering Fraternity in the Rule of St. Benedict
Speaker: Br. John-Marmion Villa, MPCC Student
Speaker Bio:
Description: How the ancient wisdom of the Rule of St. Benedict can be applied in modern contexts, offering practical preventative and therapeutic suggestions to improve the vibrancy of life for monastic communities.
The “Priestly Schema of the Diaconate” in the Vitae of St. Domnika
Speaker: Laura Wilson, PhD Candidate
Speaker Bio:
Description: An analysis of the theological meaning of the ordination of deaconesses in the Constantinopolitan tradition through the hagiography of St. Domnika.