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Dormition Fast Starts Saturday!
Dormition fast starts Saturday! How can you use this time of fasting and prayer to become closer to Our Lady?The Apostles' Fast
Today is the first day of the Apostles' Fast, the fast leading up to the feast of Saints Peter and Paul.
The Apostles' Fast
Today is the beginning of the Apostles' Fast, which goes through June 28th. The Apostles' Fast helps us prepare for the celebration of Saints Peter and Paul.
Philip's Fast
This Friday, November 15th, starts Philip's Fast, the fasting period leading up to the celebration of Nativity.
Journey with Us, Sts. Peter and Paul!
Yesterday was the start of the Apostles' Fast, which ends June 28th. Last week we reflected on the boldness with which the apostles preached through the power of the Holy Spirit. This week, let us continue to call on the Holy Spirit, to give us the boldness and courage of Sts. Peter and Paul, and all the apostles.
Byzantine Basics - Fasting Seasons
Quick! How many fasting seasons does the Byzantine calendar have? I'm not talking Fridays, I'm talking the multi-day fasting periods.
Let Us Journey with Our Mother
It's here already! Well, imminently here. The Dormition Fast begins tomorrow.
The Apostle's Fast
Today starts the Apostle's Fast, the period leading up to the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul.