ProgramsFormation for Every Stage of the Journey
Theotokos Junior Academy helps children and teens know the Holy Scriptures, understand the Orthodox Christian faith, and learn to live it with confidence, humility, and love for Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Programs That Build Deep Roots in Christ
Each program is designed to support age-appropriate spiritual formation while keeping Scripture, Apostolic Tradition, the Holy Fathers, Orthodox theology, and liturgical life at the center.
Bible Study
A guided journey through Holy Scripture that helps students understand the biblical text, discover its message, and connect the Gospel to everyday life.
- Age-appropriate study materials
- Engaging video and online discussion
- Scripture-centered formation, not ranked competition
Christian Apologetics
Helping students understand what the Church believes, why it believes it, and how to answer thoughtful questions with confidence and humility.
- God's existence and the trustworthiness of Scripture
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, faith and science, morality and identity
- Confidence without arrogance; conviction without fear
Living the Liturgy
Helping young people understand and live the worship of the Church through prayer, fasting, feasts, rites, and the rhythm of Coptic Orthodox liturgical life.
- Prayer and worship
- Fasts and feasts
- Coptic rites and liturgical meaning
Servants Preparation
Practical and spiritual preparation for those serving children and youth, with attention to Scripture, pastoral service, healthy boundaries, and responsible ministry.
- Scripture and discussion
- Pastoral service and servant formation
- Safeguarding and digital boundaries
From Knowledge to a Life of Faith
Our formation pathway is simple: help students know the faith, understand it, live it, and share it with wisdom and love.
Know
Encounter Holy Scripture and the teaching of the Church.
Understand
Ask questions, learn deeply, and see how the faith fits together.
Live
Practice the faith through prayer, worship, virtue, and daily choices.
Share
Speak about the faith with humility, clarity, and confidence.
Rooted in the Life and Faith of the Church
TJA programs are shaped by the core foundations of Coptic Orthodox formation and are designed to help young people grow in a living relationship with Christ.
Give Them Roots That Will Last a Lifetime
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