Saints Feasts and Readings for Thursday, September 23, 2021
(The Conception of St. John the Baptist)
Epistle Reading
Gospel Reading
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Orthodox Christianity
The first Christian communities began in the lands near the Mediterranean Sea, over 2,000 years ago. In these Eastern cities, the fundamentals of our Faith were proclaimed at the Seven Ecumenical Councils. The Greek Orthodox Church embodies and expresses the rich spiritual treasures of Eastern Christian beliefs. One definition of the word ‘Orthodox’ is “true praise.” To bless, praise, and glorify God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the fundamental purpose of the Church. All of her activities, even her doctrinal formulations, are directed toward this goal.
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Press Releases • September 19, 2021
Eight Dates 2021
A relationship series designed to foster communication and closeness for a healthier partnership under God.
Read MorePress Releases • September 19, 2021
OrthoTalks: Dealing With Difficult People
A new OrthoTalk focusing on the Orthodox Christian response to bullying, how to deal with someone that is mean, and understanding brokenness.
Read MorePress Releases • September 17, 2021
Liturgics Course for Parish Music Leaders in Metropolis of San Francisco
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Church Music Federation ministry is offering a comprehensive Liturgics Course through the St. John Koukouzelis Institute of Liturgical Arts.
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