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The Feast of Nektarios the Wonderworker of Pentapolis
St. Nektarios was born in Selybria of Eastern Thrace to the family of Demos and Maria Kephalas on 1st October 1846. He was named Anastasios at his baptism, a name which suited perfectly his early behavior. As a child he
Winefrid, virgin martyr and abbess of Gwytherin
Read about the life of Saint Winefrid and her importance for the town of Shrewsbury Continue reading
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Feast of Great Martyr Demetrios
On 26 October we celebrate the feast of the Holy Glorious and Great Martyr Demetrios the Myrrh Streamer. Life of the Saint Saint Demetrios suffered in Thessalonica during the reign of Galerius Maximian (c. 306). He belonged to one of
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Eata, bishop of Hexham
Saint Eata, a native of Northumbria, was one of twelve original pupils at Lindisfarne under St Aidan. In 651, he became the first Abbot of Melrose, where he mentored Cuthbert. Continue reading
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Pseudo-Dionysius – our new book for Thursday morning reading
Join us as we delve into Pseudo-Dionysius’s mystical theology, exploring the ineffable nature of God through contemplative reading and lively theological discussion every Thursday morning. Continue reading
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Tagged apophatic theology, Christian classics, Christian mysticism, Church History, cloud of unknowing, contemplative prayer, divine mystery, Divine Names, Early Church, medieval theology, mystical theology, negative theology, Orthodox spirituality, patristics, Pseudo-Dionysius, reading group, spiritual formation, spiritual reading, theological discussion
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Holy Scripture in the Orthodox Church – the Septuagint
Introduction The Old and New Testaments of the Holy Bible are part of God’s revelation to mankind. The Orthodox Church claims that the author of the Old Testament is truly God Himself, but it recognises that it is equally the
Annual Pilgrimage to St. Winefride’s Well
Join the Orthodox pilgrimage to St. Winefride’s Well, Holywell, Wales on Oct 5, 2024. Experience Britain’s oldest continuous pilgrimage site and healing waters. Continue reading
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Tagged Annual pilgrimage, Blessing of waters, british saints, Christian heritage, Church calendar, Divine Liturgy, Healing spring, Holy water, Holywell, Orthodox Christianity, Orthodox pilgrimage, Orthodox tradition, Religious tourism, Sacred sites, Saint Winefride, Spiritual journey, St. Winefride's Well, Vespers, wales, Welsh history
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A New Chapter in Our Church’s Governance
To all members of the Shrewsbury Orthodox Church We are writing to share with you some important changes in our church’s governance structure. These changes are designed to streamline our operations and take advantage of new charity rules and available
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2024 Paniyiri of the Church of the 318 Holy Fathers
On 16 June, the Sunday of the 318 Godbearing Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea, His Grace Bishop Maximos of Melitene presided at Orthros and celebrated the Divine Liturgy for the feast day of the church. Also serving
CTIS Election Hustings – Monday 24 June
Churches Together in Shrewsbury will host an election hustings this year on Monday, June 24, from 7pm to 8.30pm. The event will feature local prospective parliamentary candidates in an evening of lively debate and conversation at Holy Trinity Church, Meole
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Pilgrimage to St. Seiriol’s Holy Well, Anglesey
St. Seiriol, a Welsh hermit and son of a king, lived in the sixth century. The saint lived as a hermit on Anglesey, where his little “beehive” cell and holy well still exist. According to tradition, he was a close
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Feast of the 318 Holy Fathers, Shrewsbury
This weekend, we celebrate our patronal feast—the feast of the 318 Godbearing Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea. On Saturday we will have festal vespers at 6pm. We will celebrate Matins and the Divine Liturgy on Sunday at
The Panagia, the Life-Giving Spring
Discover the miraculous story of the Panagia, the Life-Giving Spring, whose feast we celebrate during Renewal Week and whose holy waters have healed emperors, patriarchs, and countless faithful throughout history. Read about the beautiful tradition of this sacred church in Constantinople where the Theotokos herself guided a future emperor to healing waters that continue to bless the Orthodox faithful to this day. Continue reading
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Photo gallery of Holy Week and Pascha
Christ is risen! Χριστὸς ἀνέστη! Hristos a înviat! Христос воскресе! Christus ist auferstanden! Христос васкрсе! ¡Cristo resucitó! Христос воскрес! Christus ist auferstanden! Kristus er oppstanden! Christus resurrexit! Le Christ est ressuscité! Cristo è risorto! Atgyfododd Crist! ! المسيح قام! حقا قام
The Epitaphios
Experience the profound tradition of the Epitaphios this Holy Friday as we adorn Christ’s tomb with flowers and join in the moving funeral procession that is represents His victory over death. Join our parish in this beautiful and sacred observance where we lament at the tomb of our Lord before celebrating His glorious Resurrection. Please consider donating towards the flowers that will decorate our church’s sepulchre. Continue reading
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Why Did Christ Suffer Crucifixion?
Metropolitan Panteleimon of Koroneia explains the true meaning of Christ’s crucifixion—not as punishment to satisfy Divine Justice, but as an act of love that enables Him to help us in our own suffering and unite us with God the Father. Continue reading
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Holy and Great Thursday
Join us for Holy and Great Thursday as we commemorate the Mystical Supper—the first Eucharist served by Christ Himself—where He established the new covenant through His Body and Blood. In this sacred service, we are reminded not only of Christ’s sacrifice but also of His commandment to love one another, for “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” Continue reading
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An Interpretation of the Hymnography of Matins on Holy Tuesday
“Behold, the Bridegroom comes at midnight”—read about the profound hymns of Holy Tuesday that remind us to keep our spiritual lamps burning with virtues and right faith. Dr. Michael Koutsos’s illuminating interpretation reveals how these ancient texts call us to be vigilant and ready, multiplying our God-given talents so that we may be found worthy to enter the bridal chamber of Christ’s Kingdom. Continue reading
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Synaxarion for Palm Sunday
On this day, the Sunday of Palms, we celebrate the radiant and glorious Feast of the Entry of our Lord Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. Verses Sitting on a foal, He Who stretched out the Heavens By a word seeketh to
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