“… hung upon the cross, He who suspended the Earth amid the waters… He, who wrapped the heavens in clouds is clothed with the purpose of mockery. He was transfixed with nails, who is the Bridegroom of the Church… We worship your passion, O Christ. Show us also your glorious resurrection.” – Vespers of Great …
With the late Rev. Alexander Schmemann’s important work Great Lent as our guide, this four-week series will take us through the liturgies of the Great Fast to help us experience them more fully and make the most out of the Church’s beautiful season of preparation for Pascha.
The liturgy is intricately intertwined with piety and theology. Join us as we explore how the liturgy draws us into the mystery of the Kingdom, enabling us to see the world in its light, and thus live more authentic Christian lives which integrate the mystery we celebrate with what we believe and what we live.
The celebration of baptism, chrismation and Eucharist together is not simply a practicality. These mysteries are closely connected and must be understood in light of each other. Using Scripture, Fr. Daniel will show us how these mysteries are not just a symbol, but truly make us the People of God.