During the Great Fast, on weekdays we abstain from all meat and meat products, dairy, eggs, oil and wine (alcohol). On Saturdays and Sundays, wine and oil may be included with our meals. On Palm Sunday, we partake of regular fish as well.
Please note that fasting is a spiritual exercise. Those unable to follow the strict dietary rule should modify it to the extent one is able. Those under dietary direction of a physician (for example, a medical need or pregnancy) should continue to follow the physician's advice! Fasting in no manner should negatively affect your health.
DURING THE WEEK:
Monday, April 15
7:00 p.m. Brothers of Emmaus
Friday, April 19
Parish Office Closed (Western Christian Good Friday)
Saturday, April 20: Saturday of Lazaros
8:30 a.m. Divine Services followed by Palm Cross preparation (lunch served to volunteers)
Sunday, April 21: Sunday of Palms/The Lord's Entry into Jerusalem
8:15 a.m. Divine Services followed by Philoptochos Palm Sunday Luncheon
7:00 p.m. Matins of Holy Monday/Service of the Bridegroom