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Services are streaming live.
See the week's schedule below for links
March 30: Sunday of St. John of the Ladder
Every person has a certain measure of prayerfulness and, correspondingly, a level of distraction they can manage. However, there are times when we find ourselves overwhelmed by distractions beyond our usual experience. In such moments, it is helpful to examine the source of these distractions.
Fear: If fear occupies our minds, it is an opportunity to strengthen our faith. Pray for courage, surrender yourself to God, and place your trust in His providence.
Desire: When overwhelmed by longing for something, remember that God knows what is best for us. Place your desires in His hands, trusting that He will provide what is truly necessary.
Overindulgence: If overeating or other excesses hinder prayer, acknowledge the mistake, humble yourself, and resolve to be more careful in the future.
Pride or Judgement: These are perhaps the most harmful distractions, as they defile prayer and alienate us from God. If you recognize thoughts of self-exaltation or condemnation of others, repent immediately and refocus your attention on humility and self-reproach.
After a brief self-examination, which may take only seconds, turn your attention back to prayer. By addressing distractions with repentance and humility, we clear the way for renewed focus on God.
~ Protodeacon Oleg Tarasevich
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Service Cancellation Policy
- No one should travel to church for services if the road conditions are dangerous.
- No services will be cancelled. Most services will be live streamed (links available here on the website).
- Those who cannot get to services should instead stay home, watch the live stream of the service if possible, and be happy in the knowledge that a priest and a chanter are singing the services and praying for them.
- Cancellation of services and activities will be posted here on our website: www.stmarysoca.org
Bear one another's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:2)
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Schedule of ServicesServices listed below will be live streamed at https://www.youtube.com/c/StMarysOCAMinneapolis
Monday, March 31
(NO live stream)
Tuesday, April 1
(NO live stream)
Wednesday,April 2
9:00 AM Presanctified Liturgy
(NO live stream)
6:15 PM Akathist & Confessions
(NO live stream)
Thursday, April 3
Friday,April 4
9:00 AM Presanctified Liturgy
(NO live stream)
6:00 PM 9th Hour and Akathist Hymn
https://youtube.com/live/XScBgTlRUYU?feature=share
Saturday,April 5
9:00 AM Divine Liturgy
https://youtube.com/live/ixXzxv_1NlQ?feature=share
5:00 PM Great Vespers
https://youtube.com/live/oz7nIg54ZkI?feature=share
Sunday,April 6 41st Sunday after Pentecost
St. Mary of Egypt
7:45 AM Matins @ Cathedral
9:00 AM Divine Liturgy @ Cathedral
https://youtube.com/live/PLfK4ZKAe6c?feature=share
5:00 PM Pan-Orthodox Lenten Vespers @ St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (1250 Oakdale Ave, West St Paul)
6:15 PM Vespers @ Cathedral
If you missed any of the
live streaming services you can go to the playlist to replay them by clicking here https://www.youtube.com/c/StMarysOCAMinneapolis
NOTE: Elevators available at both the Cathedral and the Parish Center.
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This Week's Events
Monday, March 31
Church Office Closed
Tuesday, April 1
Church Office Open
(9 am-4:30 pm)
Wednesday, April
2
Church Office Open
(9 am-4:30pm)
7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, April 3
Church Office Open
(9 am-4:30 pm)
6:30 PM Women’s Club Meeting
7:30 PM Adult Bible Study (via Zoom)
Friday, April 4
Church Office Open
(9 am-4:30 pm)
7:30 PM Saints Friday Night Lenten Dinner
Saturday, April 5
Church Office Closed
8:00 AM Pascha Bread Baking
Sunday, April 6
10:30 AM Saints Meeting @ Gym Stage
10:30 AM Coffee Hour & Bake Sale @ Parish Center
11:00 AM Church School @ Parish Center
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