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Feast Days of the Liturgical Year

Feast Days of the Liturgical Year

The Birth of the Theotokos (September 8th)

The Exaltation of the Cross (September 14th)

The Presentation of Mary in the Temple (November 21st)

Christmas (December 25th)

  The Focus of Advent and the Nativity of Jesus Christ

Holy Theophany/Epiphany (January 6th)

  The Baptism of Christ: Epiphany and House Blessings

The Presentation of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple (Feb 2nd)

The Annunciation (March 25th)

  (Angel tells the Virgin Mary about Christ’s Incarnation)

Great Lent (before Pascha)

  What is Lent? What services run at the Good Shepherd during Great Lent? 

Holy Week and Pascha

  What is Pascha? What happens and when? Come join us at Pascha.

The Ascension (40 days after Pascha)

Holy Pentecost (50 days after Pascha)

Holy Transfiguration (August 6th)

  What happened during Jesus' transfiguration on the Mountain?

The Dormition of Mary (August 15th)

 

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Learn more about the Liturgical Year.

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Blog

The Power of Pentecost
Daniel McInnes
Daniel McInnes
June 8, 2025 11:00 AM
In this inspiring sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the significance of Pentecost and its role in the culmination of salvation history. He emphasizes the empowerment of believers through the Holy Spirit to bring Christ's liberation to the world. McInnes calls on the faithful to embrace their role in spreading the message of salvation and bringing in the harvest of souls.
The Ascension and Our Divine Connection
Fr. Geoff Harvey
Fr. Geoff Harvey
June 1, 2025 11:00 AM
Fr. Geoff Harvey delivers a powerful sermon on the significance of Christ's ascension, exploring the profound connection between humanity and the divine. He delves into the identity of Jesus and the challenges posed by modern-day "wolves" in society and the church. Fr. Geoff's message is one of hope, urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith.
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