What is the Ecclesia Gnostica?
An Introduction to the Ecclesia
Gnostica by Dr. Stephan A. Hoeller, Bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica.
Liturgical and Introductory Writings
A Gnostic Catechism. The
catechism presents an introduction and overview of the Gnostic religion in
traditional question and answer form. The catechism is also available for download in pdf document format.
The Lectionary of the Ecclesia
Gnostica, a collection of meditations and scriptures compiled
from traditional Gnostic texts and appointed for use in the weekly
services of the Ecclesia Gnostica, along with an explanatory Introduction to the Lectionary. The Lectionary of the Ecclesia Gnostica is also available for download in pdf document format.
The Gnostic Scriptures and the Gnostic Church,
a review of modern Gnosticism and its use of traditional Gnostic
scriptures.
The Gnostic Calendar as a Mandala of Wholeness, an essay examining the course and meaning of the liturgical calendar.
A Collection of Gnostic Homilies.
Over several years, Rev. Steven Marshall has created a fine collection of
homilies on themes related to the liturgical cycle of the Ecclesia.
Position Paper on the Relation
of the Ecclesia Gnostica and Esoteric Initiatory Orders, by Dr. Stephan
A. Hoeller, Bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica.
Ecclesiastical Calendar
The current Liturgical Calendar of the Ecclesia Gnostica.
The Gnostic Viewpoint
Visit The Gnostic Viewpoint for a
collection of articles by Dr. Stephan Hoeller -- originally published in
Gnosis Magazine -- discussing the many facets of Gnosticism, both ancient
and modern.
Schedule of Services at the Ecclesia Gnostica
Diocesan Center, Los Angeles, California
The Ecclesia Gnostica of which Dr. Stephan A. Hoeller serves as the
bishop (having been duly consecrated to that office in 1967 and having
served in that capacity ever since) conducts the following regular
services on a weekly and monthly basis in the Los Angeles Area. The
location for all services and lectures is 2560 N. Beachwood Drive, Hollywood CA 90068. Please see the Current Activity
Calendar of the Diocesan Center for information on the many other
weekly and monthly services and activities.
Important Notice: The Gnostic Society and Ecclesia Gnostica activities in Los Angeles have returned to the historic Besant Lodge in Hollywood. Besant Lodge is located on North Beachwood Drive, just below the famous hillside Hollywood sign. Parking is limited on the street around the facility, and it is advised that you come a bit early to find street parking. (Map and Directions) Besant Lodge is a beloved building which we have used for many decades, and we are very pleased to now again serve our community from this historic location. Come and join us!
All are welcome to attend our
services and to receive Holy Communion.
Sunday Morning Eucharist.
Every Sunday Morning at 11 AM.
This service, which resembles the Mass of the Roman Catholic communion,
is the supreme transformational rite of Christian Alchemy. Regular
attendance at this service advances the personal spiritual transformation
of those attending in marked measure; while many have found even
occasional attendance very helpful. The service is of an average duration
of one hour and fifteen minutes, and concludes with a brief homily. Bishop
Hoeller conducts the services on the majority of Sundays, with qualified
Gnostic clergy substituting for the Bishop on other occasions.
Weekday Evening Eucharist.
Every Wednesday Evening at 8:00 PM.
These intimate evening Eucharistic services are conducted by Gnostic clergy. This
service lasts approximately one hour.
Schedule of Services at the Ecclesia Gnostica
Portland, Oregon
Sunday Morning Eucharist
Every Sunday Morning at 11 AM.
Sunday services are conducted by Most Rev. Steven Marshall, auxiliary bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica. Information about services is available
here. For more information and address, contact Most Rev. Marshall at (503)
233-0854. Further information is also available on Portland Ecclesia Gnostica web page.
Schedule of Services at the Ecclesia Gnostica
Seattle, Washington
Sunday Eucharist
Most Sundays at 1 PM
Sunday Eucharist services are conducted at 1 pm by Rev. Sam
Osborne in the Hagia Sophia Chapel of the Ecclesia Gnostica in Seattle.
For more information and address, as well as the current schedule of services, visit the Gnostic Society of Seattle web page.
Schedule of Services at the Ecclesia Gnostica
Austin, Texas
Sunday Morning Eucharist at 11:30AM
Sophia Service 2nd Thursday at 8:00 PM
Healing Service 4th Sunday at 5:30 PM
Friday Lectures at 8 PM
Services are conducted by Rev. Peter Reardon. For more information, address, and the current schedule of events, visit the Austin Gnostic Society Facebook page.