SSCN Voumes 1-10, 1994-2004

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17. Coptic References on CD: The Society is offering some titles for distribution in CD-R format of some important references in the field of Coptic Studies. These CDs contain PDF formatted files of the scanned images of these reference with an added electronic table of Contents. As of this time the following titles are available: NKCSC-SLG1, Coptic Agbeyia, Coptic-Arabic, Cairo 1977, $10 NKCSC-SL1, Scholtz, Grammatica Aegyptica , Oxford 1778, $10 NKCSC-SLT1, Kahle Jr., Balaizah , 2 volumes, $15 Members would receive 20% discount. 18. New Book-Coptic Monasteries: Dr. Gawdat Gabra latest work is out in print, titled, ' Coptic Monasteries - Egypt Monastic Art and Architecture. ' This volume contains extensive information, bibliography, plans, and color photos of thirteen of Egypt most famous monasteries. This hardcover volume of 140+ pages includes a historical overview by Rev. Dr. Tim Vivian. ISBN 977-422-691-8. 19. Coptic Language Instruction at the Coptic Center: During the past period six sessions are being held at the Center. Three are Coptic I level and the rest are intermediate and advanced levels, including manuscript worshop. The instruction is by Mr. Joseph

Fahim for one of the Level I sessions and the rest are by Hany Takla. 20. The Coptic Center: A new DSL service connection with static IP Addresses began in early January of 2003. Three servers are in place with seven networked PCs to access both the Internet as well as the extensive electronic resources available at the Center. Another Laptop is used to connect to the network for class instruction. Also two other older PCs are utilized on the network for electronic storage and special applications. Special thanks are due to Sam Hanna for his colossal efforts in setting up this server-based network/ intranet system which will soon be the host for our internet site. The staffing the Center is usually from 6-9 p.m. every weekday and by appointment on the Weekends. All visitors interested in learning about the Coptic Heritage are encouraged to come. The high speed internet connection is available to all visitors. It is advisable to call (310) 271-8329 before visiting.

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