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<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>The '''Shepherd's Guild''' is a service organization for Orthodox laypersons with the purpose to provide outreach through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the [[Gospel]] (Matthew 25:31-46: James 1:27) and promulgated by St. [[Basil the Great]] of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> The Guild was chartered on [[September 30]], 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose: to raise funds to build an Eastern Orthodox Church (Chapel) in the Anderson area, to foster fellowship among its members, to promote pan-Orthodox activities, and to engage in humanitarian efforts. On [[August 17]], 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified the Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization. The Shepherd's Guild is registered as a tax exempt 501(c)(3) charity with the Internal Revenue Service.<br /> <br /> A Building Fund for the Paracletos Monastery, Antreville, SC, was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the [[chapel]] of Panagia Soumela at the [[monastery]]. The main fundraising activity for the building fund is the Anderson Greek Festival. In March 2011, the Monastery ended its connection with the Anderson Greek Festival. The Guild continues to organize the Festival annually.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==External link==<br /> *[http://www.shepherdsguild.net] Guild's website<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=94679 2010-08-23T04:12:26Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>The '''Shepherd's Guild''' is a service organization of Orthodox laymen that provides an outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the [[Gospel]] (Matthew 25:31-46: James 1:27) and promulgated by St. [[Basil the Great]] of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> The Guild was chartered on [[September 30]], 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts. On [[August 17]], 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified the Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> A Building Fund for the Paracletos Monastery, Antreville, SC, was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the [[chapel]] of Panagia Soumela at the [[monastery]]. The main fundraising activity for the building fund is the Anderson Greek Festival. Donations are also welcomed to assist in the monastery's building needs. <br /> <br /> ==External link==<br /> *[http://www.shepherdsguild.org] Guild's website<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=89638 2009-12-27T19:05:08Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>The '''Shepherd's Guild''' is a service organization of Orthodox laymen that provides an outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the [[Gospel]] (Matthew 25:31-46: James 1:27) and promulgated by St. [[Basil the Great]] of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> The Guild was chartered on [[September 30]], 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts. On [[August 17]], 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified the Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> A Building Fund for the Paracletos Monastery, Antreville, SC, was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the [[chapel]] of Panagia Soumela at the [[monastery]]. The main fundraising activity for the building fund is the Anderson Greek Festival. Donations are also welcomed to assist in the monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was originated as a continuous fundraiser for the Guild's religious and charitable causes.<br /> <br /> ==External link==<br /> *[http://www.shepherdsguild.org] Guild's website<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=89584 2009-12-22T22:24:39Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.[http://www.shepherdsguild.org]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=89582 2009-12-22T22:22:47Z

<p>Guild: User talk:Guild moved to The Shepherd's Guild</p> <hr /> <div>The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> The Guild is also a proud supporter of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.[http://www.shepherdsguild.org]<br /> <br /> The Shepherd's Guild<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> The Guild is also a proud supporter of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Guild&diff=89583 2009-12-22T22:22:47Z

<p>Guild: User talk:Guild moved to The Shepherd's Guild</p> <hr /> <div>#REDIRECT [[The Shepherd's Guild]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=89581 2009-12-22T22:20:36Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> The Guild is also a proud supporter of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.[http://www.shepherdsguild.org]<br /> <br /> The Shepherd's Guild<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> The Guild is also a proud supporter of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=The_Shepherd%27s_Guild&diff=89580 2009-12-22T22:14:27Z

<p>Guild: New page: The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among membe...</p> <hr /> <div>The Shepherd's Guild (inc.) was chartered on September 30, 1999, as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the State of South Carolina with the purpose to foster fellowship among members of the Orthodox Community and to engage in humanitarian efforts.<br /> <br /> The Guild is a small service organization of Orthodox with the purpose to provide outreach to people through service (Diakonia) as &quot;commanded by the Gospel (Matthew 25, 31-46: James 1, 27) and promulgated by St. Basil the Great of Caesarea and St. John the Almsgiver of Alexandria.&quot;<br /> <br /> On August 17, 2001, the Office of the Secretary of State of South Carolina re-classified The Shepherd's Guild as a religious organization.<br /> <br /> The Guild is also a proud supporter of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.<br /> <br /> Also, The Building Fund of the Paracletos Monastery was established by the Guild to assist in the building of the Chapel of Panagia Soumela at the Monastery. The main fundraiser of the Building Fund is The Anderson Greek Festival, but we much welcome donations to assist in the Monastery's building needs. In January 2009, Guilders' (Fish Fry) was opened as a continuous fundraiser for religious and charitable causes we support.[http://www.shepherdsguild.org]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Brotherhoods&diff=89579 2009-12-22T22:09:10Z

<p>Guild: /* Known fraternities */</p> <hr /> <div>'''Orthodox Christian Brotherhoods''' (also called ''Fraternities'', or ''ecclesiastical organisations'') are incorporations of persons that aim in the ministration of the fold of Orthodox Church. <br /> <br /> ==Operation==<br /> These fraternities come into being through the personal initiative of Orthodox individuals and are usually focused on various activities that are seen as being lacking; common activities being internal mission (ie on uplifting piety in one's own country), external [[evangelism]] (ie going to other countries to spread Orthodoxy), charitable work or fellowship. The fraternities, no matter how influential, do not have a special place in the Church being as they are private endeavours. If they are part of the Church, they are under the [[jurisdiction]] of the local [[bishop]]. Some fraternities restrict their membership to celibate members (either [[monastic]] or unmarried, where membership ends in the event of [[marriage]]) or, sometimes, regard permanent [[Celibacy|celibacy]] as a condition of membership.<br /> <br /> ==Historical evidence==<br /> Fraternities are not new in the Church and have existed since the first century. There are reports of the fraternity of the ''Spoudaioi'', in which St [[Anthony the Great|Anthony]] took part in; the ''Parabalaneis'', etc. Some fraternities were founded such luminaries as Ss [[John Chrysostom]], [[Clement of Alexandria]], and [[Gregory Palamas]]. In the modern era, there are fraternities with various names in many places having varied objectives.<br /> <br /> ==Known fraternities==<br /> *[[Christ the Savior Brotherhood]], based around [[St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood|St. Herman of Alaska Monastery (Platina, California)]].<br /> *[[Brotherhood of St. Symeon the New Theologian]], based around the teachings of Archimandrite [[Eusebius A. Stephanou]]<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Zoe|Zoe]], founded in 1907 by Fr Eusebios Matthopoulos, based in Greece.<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Soter|Soter]], founded in 1963 by Panagiotes Trembelas, based in Greece.<br /> *[[The Army of the Lord]], based in Romania.<br /> *[[The Congregation of Orthodox Christian Peoples]], founded in the 1920s, with its centre at Sabac, Serbia.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Category:Organizations&diff=89578 2009-12-22T21:51:33Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Categories]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Category:Organizations&diff=89577 2009-12-22T21:47:48Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Categories]]<br /> <br /> [[The Shepherd's Guild]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Pan-Orthodox_Organizations&diff=89576 2009-12-22T21:38:43Z

<p>Guild: </p> <hr /> <div>{{stub}}<br /> <br /> ==International Organizations==<br /> *[[IOCC]] - International Orthodox Christian Charities<br /> *[[Orthodox Peace Fellowship|Orthodox Peace Fellowship of the Protection of the Mother of God]]<br /> *[[Orthodox PSALM]] - Pan-Orthodox Society for the Advancement of Liturgical Music<br /> *[[Syndesmos]] - World Fellowship of Orthodox Youth<br /> <br /> ==National Organizations==<br /> *[[SCOBA]] - Standing Conference of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas<br /> <br /> ==Regional Organizations==<br /> *[[Council of Eastern Orthodox Churches of Central Massachusetts]]<br /> *[[Inter-Orthodox Community Outreach Network]], Atlanta, GA<br /> *[http://www.occscp-yaf.org/aboutus.html Orthodox Council of Churches of South Central Pennsylvania Young Adult Fellowship] (OCCSCP)<br /> <br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.ocmc.org/ OCMC - Orthodox Christian Mission Center]<br /> *[http://www.ocabs.org/ OCABS - Orthodox Center for the Advancement of Biblical Studies]<br /> *[http://www.ocampr.org/ OCAMPR - Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology &amp; Religion]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxpsalm.org/ PSALM - Pan-Orthodox Society for the Advancement of Liturgical Music]<br /> *[http://orthodoxnfp.org/ Orthodox Natural Family Planning Association]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxwomensnetwork.org/ Orthodox Women's Network]<br /> *[http://www.receive.org/ Orthodox Christian Network]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxdetroit.com/ St. Andrew House - Center for Orthodox Christian Studies]<br /> *[http://www.icononline.org/ Inter-Orthodox Community Outreach Network (ICON)]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Links]]<br /> [[Category:Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Brotherhoods&diff=89575 2009-12-22T21:27:28Z

<p>Guild: /* Known fraternities */</p> <hr /> <div>'''Orthodox Christian Brotherhoods''' (also called ''Fraternities'', or ''ecclesiastical organisations'') are incorporations of persons that aim in the ministration of the fold of Orthodox Church. <br /> <br /> ==Operation==<br /> These fraternities come into being through the personal initiative of Orthodox individuals and are usually focused on various activities that are seen as being lacking; common activities being internal mission (ie on uplifting piety in one's own country), external [[evangelism]] (ie going to other countries to spread Orthodoxy), charitable work or fellowship. The fraternities, no matter how influential, do not have a special place in the Church being as they are private endeavours. If they are part of the Church, they are under the [[jurisdiction]] of the local [[bishop]]. Some fraternities restrict their membership to celibate members (either [[monastic]] or unmarried, where membership ends in the event of [[marriage]]) or, sometimes, regard permanent [[Celibacy|celibacy]] as a condition of membership.<br /> <br /> ==Historical evidence==<br /> Fraternities are not new in the Church and have existed since the first century. There are reports of the fraternity of the ''Spoudaioi'', in which St [[Anthony the Great|Anthony]] took part in; the ''Parabalaneis'', etc. Some fraternities were founded such luminaries as Ss [[John Chrysostom]], [[Clement of Alexandria]], and [[Gregory Palamas]]. In the modern era, there are fraternities with various names in many places having varied objectives.<br /> <br /> ==Known fraternities==<br /> *[[Christ the Savior Brotherhood]], based around [[St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood|St. Herman of Alaska Monastery (Platina, California)]].<br /> *[[Brotherhood of St. Symeon the New Theologian]], based around the teachings of Archimandrite [[Eusebius A. Stephanou]]<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Zoe|Zoe]], founded in 1907 by Fr Eusebios Matthopoulos, based in Greece.<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Soter|Soter]], founded in 1963 by Panagiotes Trembelas, based in Greece.<br /> *[[The Army of the Lord]], based in Romania.<br /> *[[The Congregation of Orthodox Christian Peoples]], founded in the 1920s, with its centre at Sabac, Serbia.<br /> *[[The Shepherd's Guild http://www.shepherdsguild.org]]<br /> [[Category:Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Brotherhoods&diff=89574 2009-12-22T21:25:11Z

<p>Guild: /* Known fraternities */</p> <hr /> <div>'''Orthodox Christian Brotherhoods''' (also called ''Fraternities'', or ''ecclesiastical organisations'') are incorporations of persons that aim in the ministration of the fold of Orthodox Church. <br /> <br /> ==Operation==<br /> These fraternities come into being through the personal initiative of Orthodox individuals and are usually focused on various activities that are seen as being lacking; common activities being internal mission (ie on uplifting piety in one's own country), external [[evangelism]] (ie going to other countries to spread Orthodoxy), charitable work or fellowship. The fraternities, no matter how influential, do not have a special place in the Church being as they are private endeavours. If they are part of the Church, they are under the [[jurisdiction]] of the local [[bishop]]. Some fraternities restrict their membership to celibate members (either [[monastic]] or unmarried, where membership ends in the event of [[marriage]]) or, sometimes, regard permanent [[Celibacy|celibacy]] as a condition of membership.<br /> <br /> ==Historical evidence==<br /> Fraternities are not new in the Church and have existed since the first century. There are reports of the fraternity of the ''Spoudaioi'', in which St [[Anthony the Great|Anthony]] took part in; the ''Parabalaneis'', etc. Some fraternities were founded such luminaries as Ss [[John Chrysostom]], [[Clement of Alexandria]], and [[Gregory Palamas]]. In the modern era, there are fraternities with various names in many places having varied objectives.<br /> <br /> ==Known fraternities==<br /> *[[Christ the Savior Brotherhood]], based around [[St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood|St. Herman of Alaska Monastery (Platina, California)]].<br /> *[[Brotherhood of St. Symeon the New Theologian]], based around the teachings of Archimandrite [[Eusebius A. Stephanou]]<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Zoe|Zoe]], founded in 1907 by Fr Eusebios Matthopoulos, based in Greece.<br /> *[[Brotherhood of Theologians Soter|Soter]], founded in 1963 by Panagiotes Trembelas, based in Greece.<br /> *[[The Army of the Lord]], based in Romania.<br /> *[[The Congregation of Orthodox Christian Peoples]], founded in the 1920s, with its centre at Sabac, Serbia.<br /> *[The Shepherd's Guild http://www.shepherdsguild.org]<br /> [[Category:Organizations]]</div>

Guild https://orthodoxwiki.org/index.php?title=Pan-Orthodox_Organizations&diff=89573 2009-12-22T21:18:14Z

<p>Guild: /* Regional Organizations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{stub}}<br /> <br /> ==International Organizations==<br /> *[[IOCC]] - International Orthodox Christian Charities<br /> *[[Orthodox Peace Fellowship|Orthodox Peace Fellowship of the Protection of the Mother of God]]<br /> *[[Orthodox PSALM]] - Pan-Orthodox Society for the Advancement of Liturgical Music<br /> *[[Syndesmos]] - World Fellowship of Orthodox Youth<br /> <br /> ==National Organizations==<br /> *[[SCOBA]] - Standing Conference of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas<br /> <br /> ==Regional Organizations==<br /> *[[Council of Eastern Orthodox Churches of Central Massachusetts]]<br /> *[[Inter-Orthodox Community Outreach Network]], Atlanta, GA<br /> *[http://www.occscp-yaf.org/aboutus.html Orthodox Council of Churches of South Central Pennsylvania Young Adult Fellowship] (OCCSCP)<br /> * The Shepherd's Guild [http://www.shepherdsguild.org]<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.ocmc.org/ OCMC - Orthodox Christian Mission Center]<br /> *[http://www.ocabs.org/ OCABS - Orthodox Center for the Advancement of Biblical Studies]<br /> *[http://www.ocampr.org/ OCAMPR - Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology &amp; Religion]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxpsalm.org/ PSALM - Pan-Orthodox Society for the Advancement of Liturgical Music]<br /> *[http://orthodoxnfp.org/ Orthodox Natural Family Planning Association]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxwomensnetwork.org/ Orthodox Women's Network]<br /> *[http://www.receive.org/ Orthodox Christian Network]<br /> *[http://www.orthodoxdetroit.com/ St. Andrew House - Center for Orthodox Christian Studies]<br /> *[http://www.icononline.org/ Inter-Orthodox Community Outreach Network (ICON)]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Links]]<br /> [[Category:Organizations]]</div>

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