The Stephen and Catherine Pappas Patristic Institute

The Oration to Pope Eugene IV, delivered by Mark Eugenikos, Metropolitan of Ephesos, in the early stages of the council at Ferrara, is a key witness to St Mark’s appeal for unity, highlighting the addition of the Filioque to the Creed as the chief reason for division. Brimming with scriptural allusions that urge unity and charity among Christians, it is also an important theological reflection on the reality of schism. 

Join us in Tennessee, October 10-11, to celebrate the contributions of Dr Paul Blowers!

The Pappas Patristic Institute is pleased to announce a series of scholarships for those attending the Annual Meeting of the North American Patristics Society (NAPS) in Chicago, May 22-24. Graduate students, independent and early career scholars, and contingent faculty who will be presenting at the conference are encouraged to apply for a $500 stipend to offset their travel and accommodations associated with the event.

Read a summary of Step 18 of the Ladder of Divine Ascent (On Insensibility) from the Middle Byzantine Alphabetalphabeton.