Monthly Archives: March, 2025
The Rite of Arrival at the Harbour
In the Maronite rite, the Rite of Arrival at the Harbour is celebrated on the evening of Palm Sunday, that is, after the six...
Why Do We Visit Seven Churches on Holy Thursday?
Why do we visit seven churches on Holy Thursday?
On Holy Thursday, also called Maundy Thursday or the Thursday of the Mysteries, the faithful visit...
Homily on the Icon of the Resurrection
Homily on the icon of the Resurrection
Christ is risen! He is truly risen!
This year Christ has chosen to dwell in our cathedral in Montreal,...
Fasting Heals Selfishness
Fasting heals selfishness
What is asked of anyone who wants to love is, first, to put others before himself, to love others and not himself,...
What Is the Akathist Hymn and Why Is It Sung in Lent?
What is the Akathist Hymn, why is it sung during Lent, and why do we call the Virgin the bridal chamber of the divine-human...
