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A Pan-Orthodox ministry that displays Christian love, mercy and compassion to the individuals, families and facilities it serves.

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A Pan-Orthodox ministry that displays Christian love, mercy and compassion to the individuals, families and facilities it serves.

Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 30, the Orthodox Church commemorates Apostles Silas, Silvanus, Crescens, Epenetus, and Andronicus of the Seventy. These apostolic missionaries carried the Gospel across the ancient world and strengthened the growing Church.

Next Livestream: July 31, 2026, at 8:00 AM Eastern

Typica Livestream – Monday, July 27, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 27, the Orthodox Church commemorates Holy Greatmartyr and Healer Panteleimon. Saint Panteleimon united medical skill with compassion and confessed Christ even unto martyrdom.

Today’s Scripture readings are 2 Timothy 2:1–10 and John 15:17–16:2 (St. Panteleimon); 1 Corinthians 11:31–12:6 and Matthew 18:1–11. The readings join steadfast endurance, the diversity of spiritual gifts, and the humility of a childlike heart. Saint Panteleimon embodied these gifts by serving the suffering and confessing Christ without fear.

Next Livestream: July 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM Eastern

Vespers and Matins – Sunday, July 26, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 27, we honor Holy Greatmartyr and Healer Panteleimon. Saint Panteleimon united medical skill with compassion and confessed Christ even unto martyrdom.

Through psalms, hymns, and prayer on the eve of the feast, we honor the ministry’s patron and ask his intercessions for healing, mercy, and steadfast faith.

Next Livestream: July 27, 2026, at 8:00 AM Eastern

Prayer List for the Week of July 26, 2026

Gerald Largent

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Alexander, Fr. Vil, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Irene, 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, 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, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Luke, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight, Thomas, Joschua, Catalin, Carmen, Charles, Renalda, Ekaterina, Galina, Elena, Vadim, Maxim, Vadim, Andreas, Nina, Aleftina and children, Anna, Nikolay, Katerina, Georgios, Keith, Brian, Barbara, David, Elizabeth, Zora

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: Andrew, Zorka, Bosko, Mitra, Dusan, Petar Pero, Nedeljko, Shan, Amy Justin, Maria, Louis Edward, Ida, John, Julia

Readings for the Week of July 26, 2026

Gerald Largent

7/26: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18; Matthew 14:14-22

7/27: 2 Timothy 2:1-10; John 15:17-16:2

7/28: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26; Matthew 18:18-22, 19:1-2, 13-15

7/29: 1 Corinthians 13:4-14:5; Matthew 20:1-16

7/30: 1 Corinthians 14:6-19; Matthew 20:17-28

7/31: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40; Matthew 21:12-14, 17-20

8/1: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24; John 19:6-11, 13-20, 25-28, 30-35; Hebrews 11:33-12:2; Matthew 10:32-36; 11:1; Hebrews 2:11-18; John 5:1-4

Typica Livestream – Friday, July 24, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 24, the Orthodox Church commemorates Martyrs and Passion-Bearers Boris and Gleb. Saints Boris and Gleb accepted suffering without retaliation and became radiant examples of meekness and self-sacrificing love.

Today’s Scripture readings are Romans 8:28–39 and John 15:17–16:2 (Saints); 1 Corinthians 11:8–22 and Matthew 17:10–18. The appointed passages proclaim God’s unfailing love, perseverance amid persecution, and faith that trusts Christ even in weakness. Saints Boris and Gleb reveal the strength of meekness and self-sacrifice.

Next Livestream: July 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM Eastern

Words from the Saints -- July 23, 2026

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“Silence is the sacrament of the world to come.” --St. Isaac the Syrian

“The intellect cannot be still unless the body is still also.” --St. Mark the Ascetic

“Sinful self-love… is the ‘mother of all evils.’” --St. Maximus the Confessor

“If your heart overflows with love for God, you will find a thousand ways to communicate and pass on these feelings to your children.” --St. Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia

“From this day, from this hour, from this minute, let us love God above all else, and fulfill His Holy Will.” --St. Herman of Alaska

“There is only one true God, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” --St. Menas

“Nothing uplifts the soul so much… as the melody of unison and rhythm-possessing sacred songs.” --St. John Chrysostom

Prayer List for the Week of July 19, 2026

Gerald Largent

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Alexander, Fr. Vil, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Irene, 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, 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, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Luke, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight, Thomas, Joschua, Catalin, Carmen, Charles, Renalda, Ekaterina, Galina, Elena, Vadim, Maxim, Vadim, Andreas, Nina, Aleftina and children, Anna, Nikolay, Katerina, Georgios, Keith, Brian, Barbara, Zora

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: Maria, Maria, Esther, Snezana, Rodica, Andrew, Zorka, Bosko, Mitra, Dusan, Petar Pero, Nedeljko, Shan, Amy, Justin, Maria, Louis, Edward, Ida

Readings for the Week of July 19, 2026

Gerald Largent

7/19: Hebrews 13:7-16; John 17:1-13

7/20: James 5:10-20; Luke 4:22-30

7/21: 1 Corinthians 10:5-12; Matthew 16:6-12

7/22: 1 Corinthians 10:12-22; Matthew 16:20-24

7/23: 1 Corinthians 10:28-11:7; Matthew 16:24-28

7/24: Romans 8:28-39; John 15:17-16:2

7/25: Galatians 4:22-31; Luke 8:16-21

Matins Livestream – Friday, July 17, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 17, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Great Martyr Marina.

The readings appointed for the day are 1 Corinthians 7:35–8:7 and Matthew 15:29–31. Saint Paul directs our hearts toward undivided service to the Lord and teaches that love must guide all knowledge. In the Gospel, Christ receives the afflicted with mercy, heals them, and moves the gathered people to glorify God.

The witness of Great Martyr Marina teaches that faithfulness is not merely spoken but lived through perseverance, purity of heart, and trust in Christ. Her commemoration strengthens us to carry the Cross with hope and to seek the Lord in every circumstance.

The next Orthodox livestream will take place on July 19, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Words from the Saints -- July 16, 2026

Gerald Largent

“A man of good and dispassionate judgment also loves all men equally.” --St. Maximos the Confessor

“The sick one who is acquainted with his sickness is easily to be cured.” --St. Isaac the Syrian

“Sin is a disease of the soul.” --St. John Chrysostom

“Everyone that desires salvation must not only avoid evil, but is obliged to do good.” --St. Dorotheos of Gaza

“Through marriage we become one another’s hands, ears, and feet.” --St. Gregory the Theologian

“Prayer of the heart comes when one makes an effort.” --St. Theophan the Recluse

Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 16, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Hieromartyr Athenogenes and his ten disciples. St. Athenogenes was a faithful bishop and martyr who courageously confessed Christ during a time of persecution. Together with his ten disciples, he remained steadfast in the Christian Faith and entered the heavenly Kingdom through martyrdom. Their witness reminds us that true courage is rooted in love for Christ, strengthened through prayer, and sustained by the fellowship of the Church.

Next Livestream: July 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM Eastern Time.

Typica Livestream – Monday, July 13, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 13, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel, honoring the holy messenger of God whose ministry is closely connected with the mystery of our salvation and the proclamation of the Incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ.

The appointed readings for today are 1 Corinthians 5:9–6:11 and Matthew 13:54–58. St. Paul calls the faithful to repentance and holiness, reminding us that in Christ we have been washed, sanctified, and justified. In the Gospel, the unbelief encountered by our Lord in His own country warns us against allowing familiarity or hardness of heart to prevent us from recognizing the presence and work of God.

The faithful obedience of the Archangel Gabriel offers a powerful example of complete devotion to God's will. As we honor him, may we seek to receive the word of God with faith, humility, and readiness to serve.

Our next livestream is scheduled for July 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Prayer List for the Week of July 12, 2026

Gerald Largent

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Alexander, Fr. Vil, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Irene, 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, 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, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Luke, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight, Thomas, Joschua, Catalin, Carmen, Charles, Renalda, Ekaterina, Galina, Elena, Vadim, Maxim, Vadim, Andreas, Nina, Aleftina and children, Anna, Nikolay, Katerina, Georgios, Keith, Brian, Barbara, Zora

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: Maria, Maria, Esther, Snezana, Rodica, Andrew, Zorka, Bosko, Mitra, Dusan, Petar Pero, Nedeljko, Shan, Amy Justin, Maria, Louis Edward, Ida

Readings for the Week of July 12, 2026

Gerald Largent

7/12: Romans 12:6–14; Matthew 9:1–8

7/13: 1 Corinthians 5:9–6:11; Matthew 13:54–58

7/14: 1 Corinthians 6:20–7:12; Matthew 14:1–13

7/15: Galatians 1:11–19; John 10:1–9

7/16: 1 Corinthians 7:24–35; Matthew 15:12–21

7/17: 1 Corinthians 7:35–8:7; Matthew 15:29–31

7/18: Romans 12:1–3; Matthew 10:37–11:1

Typica Livestream – Friday, July 10, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 10, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Anthony of the Kievan Caves, the revered founder of monastic life in Kievan Rus and a model of prayer, humility, and unwavering devotion to Christ.

The appointed readings for today are 1 Corinthians 4:5–8 and Matthew 13:44–54. St. Paul reminds us to entrust judgment to the Lord, who alone knows every heart. In the Gospel, Christ reveals the immeasurable worth of the Kingdom of Heaven through the parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price, inviting us to seek eternal riches above all else.

The life of St. Anthony bears witness to these sacred truths. By embracing a life of ascetic struggle and wholehearted commitment to God, he discovered the true treasure that neither time nor death can take away, inspiring countless others to pursue the path of holiness.

Our next livestream is scheduled for July 13, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Words from the Saints -- July 9, 2026

Gerald Largent

“God opens the hearts that are willing.” --St. John Chrysostom

“Faith is the door to mysteries. What the bodily eyes are to sensible things, faith is to the eyes of the soul.” --St. Isaac the Syrian

“Do not seek to understand in order to believe, but believe that you may understand.” --St. Augustine of Hippo

“The humble man is never hurried, never hasty, never disturbed.” --St. Isaac the Syrian

“The demons fear fasting, prayer, humility, and almsgiving; these are the weapons of the Christian.” --St. John Chrysostom

“The wisdom of this world passes away, but the wisdom of God leads to eternal life.” --St. Basil the Great

Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 9, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Hieromartyr Pancratius, Bishop of Tauromina in Sicily, an early shepherd of Christ's flock whose courageous witness helped establish the Orthodox faith in Sicily.

The life of St. Pancratius reminds us that the Gospel is proclaimed not only with words but through steadfast faith, pastoral care, and unwavering devotion to Christ. His example continues to encourage Orthodox Christians to stand firm in the truth and to share the hope of the Resurrection.

May the prayers of St. Pancratius encourage us to grow in courage, faithfulness, and love for Christ as we seek to live out the Gospel each day.

Our next livestream is scheduled for July 10, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Matins Livestream – Monday, July 6, 2026

Gerald Largent

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On July 6, the Orthodox Church commemorates Our Venerable Father Sisoes the Great, one of the most beloved fathers of the Egyptian desert.

The appointed readings for today are Romans 16:17–24 and Matthew 13:10–23. St. Paul encourages believers to remain faithful to the apostolic teaching and to stand firm against deception, while our Lord explains the Parable of the Sower, revealing that spiritual fruitfulness depends upon hearts prepared to receive His word with faith and perseverance.

The life of St. Sisoes the Great embodies these sacred teachings. Renowned for his profound humility, deep repentance, and unwavering trust in God's mercy, he reminds us that the path to holiness is marked by continual conversion of heart and steadfast devotion to Christ.

Our next livestream is scheduled for July 10, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Prayer List for the Week of July 5, 2026

Gerald Largent

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Alexander, Fr. Vil, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Basil, 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, 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, Ola, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Luke, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight, Thomas, Joschua, Catalin, Carmen, Charles, Renalda, Ekaterina, Galina, Elena, Vadim, Maxim, Vadim, Andreas, Nina, Aleftina and children, Anna, Nikolay, Katerina, Georgios, Keith, Brian, Barbara, Zora

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: Fr. Epiphanios, Maria, Galina, Nikolay, Zoya, Georgiy, Agrafena, Kapitolina, Ekaterina, Viktor, Ilia, Leonid, Loukia, Valeriy, Maria, Esther, Snezana, Rodica, Andrew, Zorka, Bosko, Mitra, Dusan, Petar Pero, Nedeljko, Shan, Amy Justin, Maria, Louis Edward, Ida