Video of the Life of St Moses the Black

24/07/2010

Orthodox screenwriter Nathan Lewis has announced plans to put his script for a screenplay of the life of St Moses the Black into production.  A brief account of the life of St Moses may be read here.

Such videos of the lives of the Saints make the riches of our Faith more readily available to people who may otherwise have no contact with Orthodoxy.  Through the examples and intercessions of the Saints, many may find themselves led to the saving bosom of the Church.  This video of the life of St Moses will join those already produced and which have inspred thousands of people around the world.  However, the project requires monetary support.  If you think you might be able to help, please contact Nathan through his website.

Cathedral Patronal Festival

19/07/2010

His Grace Archbishop Elisey of Sourozh celebrated with the cathedral parish for their lesser Patronal Festival on Saturday, the 17th of July, being the 4th of July in the Church calendar and the feast of the Holy Royal Martyrs.  The lower church at the cathedral, which was consecrated some years ago, is dedicated in honour of the Holy Royal Martyrs, so this was a very special time in the life of the cathedral parish.

The principal Patronal Festival of the cathedral is the feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.  On the 28th of August, (the 15th of August in the Church calendar), Vladyka Mark will serve the Divine Liturgy, which will be followed by a Cross-procession and a celebratory meal.  This is an annual diocesan celebration and as many as possible are encouraged to attend.