Exploring Orthodoxy

The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church, located in Clayton, Melbourne, is a living witness to the power of the Gospel and the fullness of the Christian faith in modern, secular Australia.We are a vibrant Australian Christian community under the direction of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, New Zealand & the Philippines, which belongs to the jurisdiction of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East.The Church of Antiochis the continuation of the Christian community founded in Antioch by the Apostles Peter (who served as its first bishop) and Paul. The Patriarchate of Antioch is the oldest of the ancient Patriarchates constituting the one Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ.All services are in the English languageand the Divine Liturgy is held at 10am on Sundays in the Main Chapel of the Religious Centre at Monash University, Clayton Campus, conveniently located in the centre of Melbourne’s residential population.From time to time we offer workshops, seminars and events for the community and invite interested people to participate.

The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church

<H2 CLASS="MsoNormal">Exploring Orthodoxy: A day to explore Orthodox Christian spirituality</H2>
<H3 CLASS="MsoNormal">'Exploring Orthodoxy' is an open day and conference wrapped into one.</H3>
The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church is hosting this event, which is open to the public, parishioners and students. A range of presenters will speak on various aspects of Orthodox spirituality, icon preparation will be demonstrated and resources will be available for purchase. Children will be catered for with a program of craft, games and story time. Lunch, including a selection of Orthodox feasting and fasting flavours, and afternoon refreshments will be served.
Whatever your background and experience or inexperience of Orthodoxy, it is our prayer that this ‘day to explore Orthodox Christian spirituality’ within the environment of our English-speaking parish in Melbourne will:
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Open your mind to the ancient treasures which are to the discovered in the Orthodox Church
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Provide an opportunity for you to experience the Divine Liturgy (if you have not already) and learn more about it, in a welcoming atmosphere
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Give you a clear understanding of what the Orthodox Church believes and does
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Explain Orthodox spirituality, in particular prayer and the holy mysteries (sacraments)
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Inspire you to become part of or continue supporting the vision for sharing Orthodoxy in English
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Encourage you to continue your exploration of the Orthodox Christian faith
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In addition to the church services and presentations, there will be opportunities to meet other explorers, eat together, view icon preparation and purchase books, icons and gifts.
FAQs 
Where can I find the program for the event?
Visit our website for the program and information about the presenters: <A HREF="https://www.thegoodshepherd.org.au/exploring-orthodoxy" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Exploring Orthodoxy" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.thegoodshepherd.org.au/exploring-orthodoxy</A><A HREF="https://www.thegoodshepherd.org.au/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> </A>
Are there minimum age requirements to enter the event?
This is a family-friendly event. After lunch, a program for primary-aged children will be available. Younger and older children may attend the presentations with their parents or caregivers.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
- Parking at Monash University
Parking is free on weekends. Please take note of all signs regarding Loading Zones, No Standing and Disabled Parking as the restrictions do apply and are enforced on weekends.
- Public transport to Monash University
From Huntingdale Train Station, walk to the Huntingdale Bus Station and catch routes 601 or 900 to Monash University, Wellington Road.
From Blackburn Train Station, walk to the Blackburn Bus Station and catch route 703 to Monash University, Wellington Road.
After alighting from the bus at Wellington Road, walk to the Religious Centre at 38 Exhibition Walk within the University (view map on our website).
Where can I stay if I'm travelling a distance?
When we last checked, motel-style accommodation was still available on Saturday 25th August at Mannix College’s Gryphon House <A HREF="http://www.mannix.monash.edu/external-guests/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://www.mannix.monash.edu/external-guests/</A> Mannix College is located at Wellington Road, Clayton, directly across the road from Monash University and a 10-minute walk to the Religious Centre.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Email: <A HREF="mailto:welcome@thegoodshepherd.org.au" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Exploring Orthodoxy event query" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">welcome@thegoodshepherd.org.au</A>

Religious Centre, 38 Exhibition Walk

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