Hellenic College Holy Cross
April 25, 2019
On Thursday of Holy Week, four events are commemorated: the washing of the disciples' feet, the institution of the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper, the agony in the garden of Gethsemane, and the betrayal of Christ by Judas. The events initiated by Jesus at the Mystical Supper were profoundly significant. By teaching and giving the disciples His final instructions and praying for them as well, He revealed again His divine Sonship and authority. By establishing the Eucharist, He enshrines to perfection God's most intimate purposes for our salvation, offering Himself as Communion and life. By washing the feet of His disciples, He summarized the meaning of His ministry, manifested His perfect love, and revealed His profound humility. Learn more at www.goarch.org/en/holythursday #HolyWeek #JourneyToPascha #HolyThursday #GoArch ... See MoreSee Less
Hellenic College Holy Cross
April 24, 2019
On Holy Wednesday, the Church invites the faithful to focus their attention on two figures: the sinful woman who anointed the head of Jesus shortly before the passion (Matthew 26:6-13), and Judas, the disciple who betrayed the Lord. The former acknowledged Jesus as Lord, while the latter severed himself from the Master. The one was set free, while the other became a slave. The one inherited the kingdom, while the other fell into perdition. These two people bring before us concerns and issues related to freedom, sin, hell, and repentance. On the afternoon or evening of Great and Holy Wednesday, the Sacrament or Mystery of Holy Unction is conducted in Orthodox parishes. The Sacrament of Holy Unction is offered for the healing of soul and body and for forgiveness of sins. Learn more at www.goarch.org/en/holyunction #HolyWeek #JourneyToPascha #HolyWednesday #GoArch ... See MoreSee Less
Hellenic College Holy Cross
April 23, 2019
On Holy Tuesday, the Church calls to remembrance two parables, which are related to the Second Coming. One is the parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1-3); the other the parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30). These parables point to the inevitability of the Parousia and deal with such subjects as spiritual vigilance, stewardship, accountability, and judgment. Learn more at www.goarch.org/en/bridegroom. #HolyWeek #JourneytoPascha #HolyTuesday #GoArch ... See MoreSee Less
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