As Orthodox Christians, we all want to build and deepen our connection to God each and every day. But for those of us living in the world, busy lives of work, family, and parish responsibilities can make this feel impossible. In this talk, Dr Daniel Opperwall will explore some of the foundations of Orthodox spiritual life as described by the Church Fathers and consider how the lessons and techniques of these great spiritual masters can help us build a life of faith as modern people in the world.

Daniel G. Opperwall is a husband and father of three young children. He teaches Church history and patristics at the Orthodox School of Theology at Trinity College, University of Toronto. He is the author of two books: one on spirituality entitled A Layman in the Desert, and a children’s book on prayer entitled We Pray.

Copies of his books will be available for purchase after the presentation. Visit him at: www.dgopperwall.com

Dr. Opperwall’s presentation will begin at 7 PM.

There is no charge for the event, but freewill donations will be accepted.

For more information please contact Fr. Bohdan Hladio at 905-433-5577 or bhladio@sympatico.ca

St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Orthodox Church
35 Bloor St. East, Oshawa