Theophany Icon Explained
The Theophany Icon depicts the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. But why was Christ baptized if He had no sin? While Christ was baptized in the Jordan River, Read more…
Ortho 101 Tomorrow Night
We are getting together on ZOOM for another Ortho 101 class. You are free to join in any Tuesday that works for you as each Tuesday will be a stand-alone Read more…
10 Days until Theophany!
Theophany means Divine Appearance. In Icons of the Theophany we see the appearance of the Holy Trinity. It is easy to find God the Son, He is Jesus who is Read more…
Festal Nativity Icon: short homily
Nativity Vespers, Dec. 24, 2021 Luke 2: 1-20 We have been growing in anticipation of the glorious celebration of the birth of Christ since we began the Nativity fast back Read more…
Slaughtering Innocents – then and now
1st Sun. after Nativity, Dec. 26/2021, Matt. 2:13-23; Flight to Egypt Christ is Born! Today we consider the flight of Joseph and Mary with the newborn infant Christ into Read more…
Christ is Born!! Glorify Him!!!
“Christ is Born – Glorify Him!” Last year we were absent in the body from each other, but we are always together in spirit! It is wonderful to worship our Read more…
Busy Day of Celebrations Tomorrow!
Tomorrow, Dec. 24th, is a busy day! We have: Friday: Dec. 24 10:00 am. Royal Hours: The Royal Hours give us a whole atmosphere surrounding the birth of Our Lord: Read more…
Holy Supper
Many Eastern Orthodox peoples have a special Christmas Eve tradition – The Holy Supper. This last meal of the Nativity Fast is made special with many different dishes and traditions, Read more…
Christmas Services at St. Aidan’s – All Welcome!
Friday: Dec. 24 10:00 am. Royal Hours: The Royal Hours give us a whole atmosphere surrounding the birth of Our Lord: the venality of Herod who fears being supplanted; Joseph’s Read more…
The Only Begotten
Sun. before Nativity, Dec. 19, 2021 Matt: 1:1-25 Today we are given the “begots” These are the opening verses of the Gospel of Matthew. The list starts with Fr. Read more…