Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Gerald Largent
Glory to Jesus Christ!
We welcome you to our Vespers livestream this evening.
Saints Commemorated on June 12
As we look ahead to Thursday, June 12, the Orthodox Church commemorates two shining examples of ascetic holiness:
Our Venerable Father Onuphrios the Great of Egypt
St. Onuphrios lived in the deserts of Egypt as a hermit for over 60 years. His life of silence, prayer, and fasting exemplifies total surrender to the will of God. Tradition tells us he was once a monk in a coenobitic monastery before receiving a divine calling to the solitary life. His radical commitment to Christ continues to inspire monks, ascetics, and laypeople alike.
Our Venerable Father Peter of Mount Athos
St. Peter, known as the first hermit of Mount Athos, was a former soldier who, after a miraculous release from captivity, dedicated his life to repentance and prayer. Guided by visions and the Theotokos herself, he made his home in the caves of the Holy Mountain. His humility and perseverance laid the foundation for centuries of Athonite monasticism.
These venerable fathers remind us of the deep well of grace that can be found in silence, repentance, and devotion. Their memory invites us to re-center our hearts on God, even in the midst of our busy lives.
Join Us Again: Friday, June 13 at 8:00 AM Eastern
📅 We invite you to join our next livestream service on Friday, June 13 at 8:00am Eastern. Begin your morning with Scripture and prayer, and allow the peace of Christ to guide your day.