Sep
07
Liturgical Calendar
* September 1 Beginning of New Church Year
* September 8 Birth of the Theotokos - Solemn
* September 14 Exaltation of the
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Faith
Sep
07
Catechesis (Eastern Christian Formation)
Catechesis is a responsibility of the entire Christian community. This should not be the work of catechists and priests alone,
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Sep
06
Morning Prayer
Upon awakening, stand before the holy icons, make the sign of the cross, and pray:
O God, be merciful to
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Sep
06
Common Prayers
Before Divine Liturgy
O Lord, born of the Virgin, do not look upon my sins, but cleanse my heart, and
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Sep
06
Byzantine Traditions
The Blessing of Homes
Customarily, homes are blessed on the days following January 6th, but may be blessed anytime. A
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Sep
06
The Byzantine Faith
Byzantine Catholics have a particular style of Christian living unique to our rite.
We especially stress:
A belief in our
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