☦️ Orthodox Week Ahead: Aug 24-30, 2026 (New Calendar)

2026-08-23


The Beheading of St. John the Baptist (Aug 29, level 6) brings a strict fast day this week, as we also venerate Ven. Job of Pochaev (level 4) and observe ordinary Wednesday-Friday fasting. You will find the summary of our upcoming orthodox week below.


Monday, August 24
🕊️ Monday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Mark 3.6-12

Tuesday, August 25
🕊️ Tuesday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Mark 3.13-19

Wednesday, August 26
🕊️ Wednesday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🍅 Fast with No Exceptions
📖 Mark 3.19-27

Thursday, August 27
🕊️ Thursday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Mark 3.28-35

Friday, August 28
🕊️ Friday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🫒 Wine and Oil are Allowed
📖 Mark 4.1-9

Saturday, August 29
🕊️ Saturday of the 13th week after Pentecost
🫒 Wine and Oil are Allowed
📖 Matthew 22.15-22

Sunday, August 30
🕊️ 13th Sunday after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Matthew 21.33-42


📎 Attached 2026-W35-new-invite.ics with complete observance, fasting, and reading information. Import this file into your calendar app to receive daily reminders.


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