August 27, 2023 - August 28, 2023 Our Venerable Father Moses the Black (c. 400); Our Holy Father Augustine, Bishop of Hippo (430); the Holy Martyr Gebre Michael, Illuminator of Ethiopia (1855) 2 Corinthians 12:10-19; Mark 4:10-23.
August 28, 2023 - August 29, 2023 The Beheading of the Honourable and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John All-Night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in the Divine Liturgy. Day of fast. Traditionally, we do not eat anything in the shape of a head today. Acts 13:25-32; Mark 6:14-30.