Monthly Archives: August 2015

The Beheading of the Holy Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John

The Beheading of the Prophet, Forerunner of the Lord, John the Baptist: The Evangelists Matthew (Mt.14:1-12) and Mark (Mark 6:14-29) provide accounts about the martyric end of John the Baptist in the year 32 after the Birth of Christ. Following … Continue reading

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The Dormition (Falling asleep) of the Mother of God – August 15th

Sometimes this feast is called the Assumption, but this name is more prevalent in the Catholic West than the Orthodox East. This feast commemorates the death (falling asleep: the literal meaning of dormition) of Mary, the Mother of God (Theotokos). It tells … Continue reading

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The Glorification of St. Herman of Alaska (August 9, 1970)

St. Herman is the first Orthodox saint glorified (canonized) in North America. Some sources say he was born in Serpukhov, Russia in the 1750s. More modern research indicates that he was born in the Voronezh region. His pre-monastic name, both … Continue reading

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The Translation of the Relics of St. Stephen – Archdeacon and Protomartyr (first martyr) – Died about 34 AD

No doubt most of us have seen services with deacons. They add beauty and solemnity to the Liturgy, particularly when they are serving with a bishop present. However, a deacon’s rule is not limited to serving at a bishop’s liturgy. … Continue reading

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