The eucharistic Divine Liturgy is not celebrated in the Orthodox Church on Lenten weekdays. In order for the faithful to sustain their Lenten effort by participation in Holy Communion, the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is served. The service is an ancient one in the Orthodox Church. We officially hear about it in the canons of the seventh century, which obviously indicates its development at a much earlier date… read the rest at https://www.oca.org/orthodoxy/the-orthodox-faith/worship/the-church-year/liturgy-of-the-presanctified-gifts
We also commemorate Martyr Quadratus and those with him at Corinth. To read his life story, click the following link: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2022/03/10/100751-martyr-quadratus-and-those-with-him-at-corinth
