St Samson, called the hospitable
Today we are given as a model of holiness and witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ the venerable father, Samson, called the hospitable, priest and physician. Samson is numbered…
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The Birth of the Holy Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John
This feast is the story of the fidelity of God, and of his servants. The first reading at Vespers compares the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah to Abraham and Sarah.…
Pope Francis addresses Melkite Synod
This week the Melkite bishops are meeting in synod in Rome. Today, the Holy Father met with the Melkite bishops and gave the following address. There are two surprising points…
The Holy Prophet Amos
The Holy Prophet Amos is known as the prophet of doom, the third of the Twelve Minor Prophets who lived during the eighth century before Jesus Christ. Amos accurately foretold…
Feast of the Divine Body
We will be celebrating the Feast of the Divine Body this Thursday, June 16. The Divine Liturgy begins at 5:30 pm. This Melkite feast is inspired by the one celebrated…
Note regarding Saturday’s Divine Liturgy
Divine Liturgy this Saturday evening, June 11, is cancelled due to the fact that Father Dennis is going to a wedding in Massachusetts and could not get a replacement. Sunday…
Fr Ragheed Ganni and 3 subdeacons
Iraqi priest Fr Ragheed Ganni, and 3 subdeacons, were killed by terrorists on this day in 2007 in Mosul. He was martyred for refusing to close his church. His cause…