Saints Feasts and Readings for Saturday, August 08, 2020
(9th Saturday after Pentecost)
Epistle Reading
Gospel Reading
Saints and Feasts
- Emilian the Confessor & Bishop of Cyzikos
- Our Holy Father Myronus the Wonderworker, Bishop of Crete
- Holy New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica
- Gregory of Sinai and Mount Athos
- Afterfeast of the Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
- Anastatios the Martyr from Bulgaria
For more daily readings and hymns, a monthly calendar of saints and feasts, visit the Online Chapel.
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.
Learn about the Faith
Upcoming Events
Across the Metropolis
Metropolis News
Meditations • August 1, 2020
Mercy and Boldness in Times of Crisis
As we engage in the transformative life of the Church, we are called to wisdom by showing love and mercy while being bold when it comes to our faith and the Holy...
Read MorePress Releases • July 31, 2020
Joint Greek Orthodox/Roman Catholic Letter to Speaker Pelosi
Request to Speaker Pelosi to support religious freedom for the Coptic Orthodox Christians in Egypt, who continue to face terrorism, persecution, and discrimination.
Read MoreMetropolitan's Messages • July 31, 2020
Reflection for the Dormition of the Theotokos
On August 1 when we begin the Fast of the Dormition, we are provided with the opportunity to focus on the life of the Theotokos, her obedience to God, and her humility...
Read MoreMinistries of the Metropolis
The ministries at the core of our Metropolis and our parishes bind our vibrant community together. Explore each ministry to learn more about how they bring you closer to our Lord - and to each other.
Our Ministries
