Saints Cosmas and Damian
Today, we liturgically recall the wonderworker Saints Cosmas and Damian. The saints are called Anargyroi in Greek, Physicians and Wonderworkers. Let’s remember our physicians in prayer today. The Kontakion sung…
Saints and Blesseds
Ss. Peter and Paul, a solemn feast
THE HOLY PRE-EMINENT APOSTLES PETER AND PAUL Gods’ love, mercy and compassion shine forth most clearly in the feast of these two apostles. Peter was enthusiastic in his faith in…
St Irene
Today, the Church recalls the memory of the holy and glorious virgin martyr, Irene. Irene was the daughter of the governor of a Persian city. She was baptized by Paul’s…
St Polycarp
Today, we liturgically recall the memory of the Holy Martyr Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna. The Holy Martyr Polycarp was one of the most beloved saints of the early Church. He…
Prophet Daniel and the 3 young men
The Feast of the Prophet Daniel and the Three Holy Children has always been closely connected with Christmas. Proper for them are found on the two Sunday before Christmas and…
Prophet Haggai
The Church honors liturgically today the holy prophet, Haggai. When Darius issued a royal edict allowing exiles to return to their homeland, Haggai was most likely among the Jews who…
St Nicholas the Wonderworker
“Nicholas, holy hierarch, your flock has recognized you by the brilliance of your works. You are a model of kindness and rule of faith, a teacher of self-control. Your lowliness…