Patriarch Emeritus Gregorios III's Paschal Message
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.” (Matt. 5: 9)
With this holy verse, I extend my paschal greetings to all relatives, friends and...
May 14, 2026
Ascension of the Lord
Then [Jesus] led them out as far as Bethany, and He lifted up His hands and blessed them. While He blessed them, He parted from them and was carried up into heaven. Then they worshipped Him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and were continually in the temple, praising and blessing God. Amen. (Luke 24:50-53)
The icon is of the Ascension of Our Lord.
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You ascended in glory, O Christ our God; * You delighted the disciples with the promise of the Holy Spirit. * Through this blessing they were assured * that You are the Son of God, * the Redeemer of the world. (Troparion) May June Please continue to pray for for a swift and peaceful conclusion to the wars in Ukraine, the Middle East and Ethopia, and for the peace and safety of all those who are deprived of liberty around the world. The Eparchy of Passaic is collecting stipends to support priests in Ukraine. The Eparchy of Newton is collecting dontations to support the Church in the Middle East. Please support them as best you can! |
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