The Dormition Fast begins toward the end of this week as we celebrate Greatmartyr Panteleimon and the Procession of the Life-Giving Cross, entering a new season of fasting prayer. You will find the summary of our upcoming orthodox week below.

Monday, July 27
🕊️ Monday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Matthew 18.1-11

Tuesday, July 28
🕊️ Tuesday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Matthew 18.18-22, 19.1-2, 13-15

Wednesday, July 29
🕊️ Wednesday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🍅 Fast with No Exceptions
📖 Matthew 20.1-16

Thursday, July 30
🕊️ Thursday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🥩 Fast Free
📖 Matthew 20.17-28

Friday, July 31
🕊️ Friday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🍅 Fast with No Exceptions
📖 Matthew 21.12-14, 17-20

Saturday, August 1
🕊️ Saturday of the 9th week after Pentecost
🫒 Wine and Oil are Allowed
📖 Matthew 15.32-39

Sunday, August 2
🕊️ 9th Sunday after Pentecost
🫒 Wine and Oil are Allowed
📖 Matthew 14.22-34

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