Entries by St. Mary

Looking Ahead at St Mary (Apr 1 – Apr 8)

Beloved in Christ, I am happy to share that Metropolitan Saba’s visit to our parish on Thursday, April 25, has been officially confirmed by the Archdiocese. We will host His Eminence for the service of Great Compline at 6:00 pm that evening, followed by a Lenten meal and a Q&A session with him. I hope […]

The One Pascha By Metropolitan Saba (Isper)

Christians celebrate one Pascha even if they disagree on the date of the feast. Pascha is the Lord Jesus Christ’s Pascha and His resurrection. What accompanies this feast of rituals and traditions, which differ among Christian groups, highlights one thing: namely, the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. Thus, saying that Christ is “risen” in one […]

Looking Ahead at St Mary (Mar 24 – Apr 1)

Beloved in Christ, Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events. THIS WEEK: Mar 24 – Apr 1, 2024 This Week: No meat/dairy allowed on any day of the week during Lent; wine allowed on Sat/Sun; fish & wine allowed AFTER Monday 3/25 Liturgy.         Sun, […]

On Lent By Metropolitan Saba (Isper)

The joyful Lent is here again. Let us approach it with joy and eagerness. This season nourishes us spiritually, purifying us to rise to the level of life worthy of human beings created in the image and likeness of God. In our Christian circles, Lent is often approached as a mere religious obligation or abstinence […]

Looking Ahead at St Mary (Mar 17 – 25)

Beloved in Christ, Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events. THIS WEEK: Mar 17 – 15, 2024 This Week: No meat/dairy allowed on any day of the week; wine allowed on Sat/Sun; fish & wine allowed AFTER Monday 3/25 Liturgy.         Sun, Mar 17 at […]

Navigating the Storm By Metropolitan Saba (Isper)

Our Holy Fathers have often compared the Church to a ship sailing on the salty sea of this world. By the “salty sea,” they indicate the storms, waves, and winds that hit and attack this ship. The Church of Christ constantly faces all kinds of wars waged by demons because Satan does not want to […]