The holy martyr Lucillian was a pagan priest during the reign of the Roman emperor Aurelian (270-275). In his old age he was persuaded to see the falseness of the pagan religion, and with all his heart he turned to the faith in Christ the Savior and was baptized. Under the influence of his preachings, […]
Monthly Archives: June 2024
June 2 Our Father among the Saints Nicephorus the Confessor
Our venerable father Nicephorus was a dignitary at the court of the Empress Irene (797-802). After embracing monasticism, he became widely known for his piety. He assumed the Patriarchal Throne of Constantinople in 806. He was a zealous defender of the holy icons. In 815, the iconoclast Emperor Leo (813-820) exiled him to Prokonnis, where […]
Sunday Bulletin 6/2/24
WEEKLY SCHEDULE Saturday, June 1 – Justin and Others, Martyrs 5:00 PM Santa Paula Outreach Divine Liturgy Sunday, June 2 – 2nd Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 AM Matins 9:30 AM Divine Liturgy Monday, June 3 – Lucilian and Others, Martyrs […]