Christmas remained connected to the feast of Epiphany, in the early Church, until the fourth century. After Christianity became a recognized religion in the Roman Empire, and then the state religion, the Church made the birth of the Lord in the flesh an independent feast, separated it from Epiphany, and appointed the feast of the […]
~By Metropolitan Saba (Isper) With the dawn of this new year, silence strongly draws me to You, and I prostrate in the stillness of the night, gazing toward Your radiant face, O Lord. I cherish silence, O Lord, not as an end in itself, but as the fullness of Your presence, and as a greater […]
Beloved in Christ, Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events. THIS WEEK: Dec 31, 2023 – Jan 7, 2024 This Week: No fasting through Jan 4 on any day of the week; Jan 5 is a strict fast day. Sun, Dec 31 at 5:00 […]
Offered by Father John Baize.
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Offered by Father Aaron Warwick.
Offered by Father Aaron Warwick.
Beloved in Christ, Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events. THIS WEEK: Dec 24 – 31, 2023 This Week: Following the Divine Liturgy for the Nativity on Dec 24, there is no fasting on any day of the week until January 5. Sun, Dec […]
~By Metropolitan Saba (Isper) For Your Nativity, O Master, the world celebrates, homes and streets sparkle with lights, and cities put on joyful attire, as do the stores and malls. For Your Nativity, my Master, people exchange gifts and wish each other a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. For Your Nativity, my Master, […]
Offered by Father Aaron Warwick.
