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Projects
The new gold altar cloths donated by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Czekalski are being prepared by Mrs. Mary Ann Markowski and her sister Virginia. The new altar cloths will be blessed on December 21st and used for Christmas.
The Theophany of Our Lord
Troparion
When You, O Lord were baptized in the Jordan
The worship of the Trinity was made manifest
For the voice of the Father bore witness to You
And called You His beloved Son.
And the Spirit, in the form of a dove,
Confirmed the truthfulness of His word.
O Christ, our God, You have revealed Yourself
And have enlightened the world, glory to You!
Kontakion
Today You have shown forth to the world, O Lord,
and the light of Your countenance has been marked on us.
Knowing You, we sing Your praises.
You have come and revealed Yourself,
O unapproachable Light.
Quotes from the Holy Fathers
“In order to remain in vigilance, it is necessary to guard the freshness and brightness of the mind with all care. The mind becomes darkened from imprudent use of food, drink and sleep, from much talking, from distraction and from worldly cares. Attend to yourselves, said the Lord, be on your guard and take care that your hearts are never weighed down, dulled and depressed by self-indulgence, overeating and drinking, or worldly cares and pleasures, lest that day (the day of Christ's dread judgment, the last day of the world) catch you unawares. For it will spring like a trap upon all who are living on the face of the earth. So watch and pray at all times for the strength to escape or survive all that is going to happen, and to stand before the Son of Man.”
- St. Ignatius Brianchaninov, The Arena
- St. Ignatius Brianchaninov, The Arena
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Recommended Links
OCA: Diocese of the South
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
International Orthodox Christian Charities
Photographs & Iconprints for Orthodox Christians
The official website of the Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia
Orthodox Christian Mission Center
The Orthodox Christian Network
Standing Conference of Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas
The DLucs Collection: Watercolor paintings and notecards for the Orthodox community
The Order of Saint Andrew, Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate