Vespers Livestream – Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Christ is Baptized in the Jordan! Glorify Him!
On January 7, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Synaxis of the Holy and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John, continuing the Church’s liturgical reflection following the feast of Theophany.

The Synaxis honors St. John the Baptist, who bore witness to Christ with humility and obedience, calling all to prepare the way of the Lord.

Our next livestream will take place on January 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM.

Readings for the Week of January 4, 2026

1/4: 2 Timothy 4:5-8; Mark 1:1-8

1/5: Isaiah 35:1-10; Acts 13:25-32; Matthew 3:1-11; Isaiah 1:16-20; Acts 19:1-18; Mark 1:1-8; Isaiah 12:3-6; Romans 6:3-11; Mark 1:9-15; Isaiah 49:8-15; Titus 2:11-14, 3:4-7; Luke 3:1-18; Genesis 1:1-13; Exodus 14:15-18, 21-23, 27-29; Exodus 15:22-27; 16:1; Joshua 3:7-8, 15-17; 2 Kings 2:6-14; 2 Kings 5:9-14; Genesis 32:1-10; Exodus 2:5-10; Judges 6:36-40; 1 Kings 18:30-39; 2 Kings 2:19-22; 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

1/6: Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7 11; Matthew 3:13-17

1/7: Acts 19:1–8; John 1:29–34

1/8: Romans 6:3-11; John 3:22-33

1/9: 2 Timothy 2:1–10; Mark 1:9–15

1/10: Ephesians 6:10-17; Matthew 4:1-11

Typica Livestream – Friday, January 2, 2026

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!

January 2 is the first day of the Forefeast of Theophany. On this day, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Seraphim of Sarov and St. Sylvester, Pope of Rome.

The Scripture readings, Hebrews 11:8, 11–16 and Mark 12:1–12, call us to live by faith and to remain attentive to God’s saving work. United with the witness of the saints remembered today, these readings encourage humility, perseverance, and a trusting response to God’s call.

Our next livestream will take place on January 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM.

Words from the Saints -- January 1, 2026

“Let me be food for the beasts, through whom I may reach God. I am God’s wheat, and I am ground by the teeth of wild beasts, that I may be found the pure bread of Christ.” —St. Ignatius of Antioch

“Nothing is more powerful than the man who lives for Christ, whether he lives or whether he dies.” —St. John Chrysostom

“The one who loves God cannot but love every human being, even though he is grieved by their passions.” —St. Maximus the Confessor

“This life has been given to you for repentance; do not waste it on vain pursuits.” — St. Isaac the Syrian

“Humility is the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit.” —St. Ephraim the Syrian

“The birthday of the Lord is the birthday of peace; for unless He had been born in time, we could not be reborn for eternity.” —St. Leo the Great

“Expect temptation until your last breath.” —St. Anthony the Great

Typica Livestream – Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
December 31 is the Leavetaking of the Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord.

The Scriptural readings from Hebrews 10:1–18 and Mark 11:23–26 direct us to Christ’s perfect offering and the life of faith expressed through prayer and forgiveness. As the feast is brought to its liturgical close, the Church calls us to live the Nativity not merely as a memory, but as a transforming reality.

The next livestream will take place on January 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

Matins Livestream – Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!

On December 30, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Anysia and Melania. Their witness reminds the Church that the Incarnate Christ grants strength to remain faithful in every trial.

The Scriptural readings from Hebrews 9:8–10, 15–23 and Mark 11:11–23 direct our hearts to Christ’s saving sacrifice and the call to prayer grounded in faith and forgiveness.

The next livestream will take place on December 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Matins Livestream – Monday, December 29, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
On December 29, the Orthodox Church remembers the Holy Infants Killed for Christ's Sake in Bethlehem during the joyful yet contemplative season of the Nativity.

The Scriptural readings from Hebrews 8:7–13 and Mark 10:46–52 direct us to Christ, the giver of the new covenant and the healer of both body and soul.

The next Orthodox livestream will take place on December 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Vespers Livestream – Sunday, December 28, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
On December 29, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Infants Killed for Christ's Sake in Bethlehem. Remembered during the Nativity season, their witness reveals the cost of Christ’s coming into a fallen world and the promise of redemption even in suffering.

The next Orthodox livestream will take place on December 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Prayer List for the Week of December 28, 2025

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Theodore, Fr. Thomas, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Subdeacon Nicholas, Justin, Steven, Marian, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Andrew, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Emily, William, Charles, Hank, Mary Jane, Mary Jo, Clara, Margaret, Susan, Randall, Nestor, Ilarion, Rita, Kathleen, Danielle, Natalie, Arthur, Nicole, Rene, Michael, Marc, Paul, Michael, Daniel, Gerald, Rhonda, Madeline, Marcella, Darina, Philip, Jodi, Elena, Tikhon, Daria, Mark, Alexis, Nathan, Ann, Herman, Daria, Ava, Christopher, Walter, Andrew, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Amanda, Susan, Diane, Luke, Diane, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight, Thomas

For God’s protection: all who are missing

For God’s protection: all captives; all persecuted Christians throughout the world

For God’s protection: all those in the military; all emergency medical workers, firefighters and police officers

For God’s mercy and peace: those who are in hospice care

For God’s mercy, direction and protection: those who are unemployed, poor, hungry and/or homeless

** We pray for: those who love us; those who hate us; those who have no one to pray for them; those who have asked us to pray for them, even though we are unworthy. **

Departed: Lidia, Brendan, William, Dorothy, Basil

Readings for the Week of December 28, 2025

12/28: Galatians 1:11-19; Matthew 2:13-23

12/29: Hebrews 8:7-13; Mark 10:46-52

12/30: Hebrews 9:8-10, 15-23; Mark 11:11-23

12/31: Hebrews 10:1-18; Mark 11:23-26

1/1: Colossians 2:8-12; Luke 2:20-21, 40-52

1/2: Hebrews 11:8, 11-16; Mark 12:1-12

1/3: 1 Timothy 3:14-4:5; Matthew 3:1-11

Vespers Livestream – Friday, December 26, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
On December 27, the Orthodox Church commemorates St Stephen the First Martyr and Protodeacon. Celebrated within the joy of the Nativity, this service invites the faithful to reflect on the cost of discipleship illuminated by the birth of Christ.

Our next livestream will take place on December 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM.

Akathist to the Nativity of Our Lord – Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
This evening we are streaming the Akathist to the Nativity, a profound hymn of praise celebrating the Incarnation of Our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ.

This devotional service of Orthodox Christian worship allows us to contemplate the humility and love of Christ Who is born in the flesh for the life of the world. Through prayer and sacred hymnody, the Akathist nurtures gratitude, wonder, and deep spiritual reflection.

The next Orthodox livestream will take place on December 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM.

Words from the Saints -- December 25, 2025

“He who gives riches becomes poor; for He assumes the poverty of my flesh, that I may assume the riches of His Godhead.” --St Gregory the Theologian

“He receives human nature in order to save the human race.” --St John Chrysostom

“The mystery of the Incarnation is the revelation of God’s love for mankind.” --St Gregory of Nyssa

“Joseph was chosen not only to be a witness of the Virgin Birth, but also a guardian of the mystery.” --St Ambrose of Milan

“The Word, uniting to Himself a body animated by a rational soul, became man in an ineffable and incomprehensible manner.” --St Cyril of Alexandria

“He who is true God is also true man, and in this unity there is no deception.” -- St Leo the Great

Matins Livestream – Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

December 23 is the Fourth Day of the Forefeast of the Holy Nativity. Today, we also commemorate the Holy Ten Martyrs of Crete, whose faithful witness strengthens the Church as she prepares to welcome the incarnate Christ.

The appointed readings from Hebrews 4:1-13 and Mark 10:2-12 invite the faithful to examine the heart, embrace obedience to God, and live in faithfulness.

Please join us on December 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM (Eastern) as we stream the Akathist to the Nativity of Our Lord.

Matins Livestream – Monday, December 22, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 22, the Orthodox Church commemorates The Holy Great Martyr Anastasia of Rome, the Freer from Bonds, whose life proclaims the liberating power of Christ.

The Scriptural readings from Hebrews 3:5–11, 17–19 and Mark 9:42–50 guide us toward perseverance, repentance, and a renewed commitment to the Gospel.

The next livestream will take place on December 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Prayer List for the Week of December 21, 2025

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Joseph, Fr. Theodore, Fr. Thomas, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Subdeacon Nicholas, Justin, Steven, Marian, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Mary Jane, Mary Jo, Clara, Margaret, Susan, Randall, Nestor, Danielle, Walter, Andrew, Natalie, Arthur, Nicole, Rene, Michael, Marc, Paul, Michael, Daniel, Gerald, Rhonda, Madeline, Marcella, Darina, Philip, Andrew, Jodi, Ilarion, Rita, Kathleen, Elena, William, Andrew, Tikhon, Daria, Mark, Alexis, Nathan, Ann, Herman, Lillian, Daria, Ava, Christopher, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Amanda, Susan, Diane, Luke, Diane, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight

For God’s protection: all who are missing

For God’s protection: all captives; all persecuted Christians throughout the world

For God’s protection: all those in the military; all emergency medical workers, firefighters and police officers

For God’s mercy and peace: those who are in hospice care

For God’s mercy, direction and protection: those who are unemployed, poor, hungry and/or homeless

** We pray for: those who love us; those who hate us; those who have no one to pray for them; those who have asked us to pray for them, even though we are unworthy. **

Departed: Lidia, Brendan, Stephen, Gloria, Mark, Astra, Irene, Maria, Leocadia, Victor, Donna, Ruth, Dorothy, William, Marguerite, Timothy, Rose, Veronica, Carol, Katherine, Lucy, Carrie, Antoinette, Nancy, Catherine, Susanna, Lillian, Peter, Christopher, Helen, Constantina, John, Mary Ann, Valeria, Aurelia, Betty, Eleanor, Irene, Christine, Betty, Agnes, Viola

Readings for the Week of December 21, 2025

12/21: Hebrews 11:9-10, 17-23, 32-40; Matthew 1:1-25

12/22: Hebrews 3:5-11, 17-19; Mark 9:42-50

12/23: Hebrews 4:1-13; Mark 10:2-12

12/24: Micah 5:2-4; Matthew 1:18-25; Baruch 3:36-4:4; Galatians 3:23-29; Isaiah 7:10-16; 8:1-4, 8-10; Hebrews 1:10-2:3 Matthew 2:1-12; Isaiah 9:6-7; Hebrews 2:11-18; Matthew 2:13-23; Genesis 1:1-13; Numbers 24:2-3, 5-9, 17-18; Micah 4:6-7; 5:2-4; Isaiah 11:1-10; Daniel 2:31-36, 44-45; Hebrews 1:1-12; Luke 2:1-20

12/25: Galatians 4:4-7; Matthew 2:1-12

12/26: Hebrews 2:11-18; Matthew 2:13-23

12/27: Acts 6:8-15; 7:1-5, 47-60; 1 Timothy 6:11-16; Matthew 12:15-21; Matthew 21:33-42

Typica Livestream – Saturday, December 20, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 20, the Orthodox Church observes the First Day of the Forefeast of the Holy Nativity, turning our hearts toward the coming birth of our Savior. We also honor Holy Hieromartyr Ignatius the Godbearer, Bishop of Antioch, whose devotion to Christ and deep theological insight continue to inspire the faithful.

Today’s prescribed readings are Galatians 3:8-12 and Luke 13:18-29.

Our next livestream will take place December 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM.
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Matins Livestream – Friday, December 19, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 19, the Orthodox Church remembers Saints Boniface and Aglais, whose profound repentance and courageous martyrdom remind us of God’s limitless compassion and His power to renew every heart.

The prescribed readings, Titus 1:15–2:10 and Mark 9:33–41, teach that purity, humility, and selfless service are essential virtues for those who follow Christ. Let us ask God to deepen these virtues within us and strengthen our desire to live in holiness.

Our next livestream will take place December 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Words from the Saints -- December 18, 2025

“The banquet is prepared, the table is ready, the Master calls; let no one be careless, lest he be shut out not by force, but by his own indifference.” --St. John Chrysostom

“Blessed is He who became small, that He might make us great. Blessed is He who clothed Himself in our poverty, that He might clothe us in His glory.” --St. Ephraim the Syrian

“He who has put to death the passions has put on Christ; for Christ Himself becomes the life of those who have died to sin.” --St. Maximus the Confessor

“The righteous men of old were justified by faith, for they embraced beforehand the mystery of Christ, though it was revealed to them only in shadow and promise.” --St. Cyril of Alexandria

“Christ did not disdain to take flesh from sinners, for He came not to call the righteous, but to heal the wounded nature of mankind.” --St. Ambrose of Milan

“The man who has renounced the world has already tasted the joy of the Kingdom, for his heart is no longer divided.” --St. Isaac the Syrian

“God calls, but man must answer. Grace invites, but the will must open the door.” --St. Theophan the Recluse