Orthodox Theology

[classical4mom]

Hi- I read in the Classical Teacher that the Christian Studies program is Orthodox in theology.
Please correct me if I am wrong on this. I have read a very little about Orthodoxy, but it seems to be much like Catholicism without the Pope, as far as praying to saints and the adoration of Mary. Is this material included in Christian Studies? I am a former Jesuit-educated Catholic, now a non-denominational Christian, so this would not bother me much if it could be easily skipped. I'm just wondering if this would be a good fit, and what others have found in using this program. Please forgive my ignorance.

Also, I am reposting a thread below that was not answered about this program. Would it be best to start at the beginning with an older child (6th grade) and go all the way through from Genesis? Or would it be too "easy" to be doing 3rd grade work?

Thanks for any help you can give me. I am very interested in finding out more about this program.

Nanci

[Maria]

Nanci,

Please correct me if I am wrong on this. I have read a very little about Orthodoxy, but it seems to be much like Catholicism without the Pope, as far as praying to saints and the adoration of Mary. There are different definitions of the word orthodox. From www.dictionary.com:

1. Adhering to the accepted or traditional and established faith, especially in religion.

2. Adhering to the Christian faith as expressed in the early Christian ecumenical creeds.

3. Orthodox
a. Of or relating to any of the churches or rites of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
b. Of or relating to Orthodox Judaism.
4. Adhering to what is commonly accepted, customary, or traditional: an orthodox view of world affairs.

It looks like you're thinking of definition #3. But Memoria Press is using the word as defined in #2. The Christian Studies program is orthodox in that it expresses and teaches the beliefs of conservative Christians. Most Protestants will not find anything in it contrary to their beliefs.


Also, I am reposting a thread below that was not answered about this program. Would it be best to start at the beginning with an older child (6th grade) and go all the way through from Genesis? Or would it be too "easy" to be doing 3rd grade work? I would think that while it's perfectly okay to start a 6th grader at the beginning, the 6th grader would need to be able to move a lot faster through the book than a 3rd grader would.

Hope this helps,
Maria

[classical4mom]

You really cleared things up for me!

Thanks!

Nanci