The Nativity Fast: Philip’s Fast

One of the lesser known fasting cycles occurs in Eastern Catholic churches and begins on November 15 and ends Christmas Eve. Many people recognize Advent as the approach of Christmas.  Advent …

Matins

Sunday before Christmas John 20:19-31 Heb 11:9-10; 17- 23; 32-40; Matthew 1:1-25

Divine Liturgy

Sunday before Christmas John 20:19-31 Heb 11:9-10; 17- 23; 32-40; Matthew 1:1-25

Luncheon

Sunday before Christmas John 20:19-31 Heb 11:9-10; 17- 23; 32-40; Matthew 1:1-25

ECF & Vespers

Sunday before Christmas John 20:19-31 Heb 11:9-10; 17- 23; 32-40; Matthew 1:1-25

Royal Hours

Anysia Martyr 2 Tim: 20-26 Lk 19: 37-44