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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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Blog

The Meeting of Christ in the Temple: Fulfillment of the Law
Fr. Nicholas Frazer
Fr. Nicholas Frazer
February 2, 2025 11:00 AM
In this sermon, Fr. Nicholas reflects on the Feast of the Meeting of Our Lord in the Temple, exploring its deep theological meaning and how it marks the fulfillment of the Old Covenant. We delve into the iconography of the feast, the prophetic words of St. Simeon, and the transformation of temple worship in Christ. Join us as we uncover how this moment foreshadows the Cross and calls us to a deeper encounter with our Savior.
Train Yourself in Godliness: Spiritual Lessons from the Gym
Sdn Tim Grace
Sdn Tim Grace
January 26, 2025 11:00 AM
In this sermon, Sub Dn Timothy explores the Apostle Paul’s advice to “train yourself in godliness,” drawing parallels between physical training and spiritual growth. Learn how planning, perseverance through pain, a healthy spiritual diet, and seeking guidance from holy examples can transform your walk with Christ. Featuring powerful stories of faith, forgiveness, and transformation, this message will inspire you to take your spiritual training seriously. “For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way.” (1 Timothy 4:8)
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