Friday, Jan. 2nd, 2009

The saint commemorated today is Sylvester - Pope of Rome. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 18 through 25. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 21; verse 37 to Chapter 22; verse 8.

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Thursday, Jan. 1st, 2009

The solemn feast of the Circumcision of our Lord and that of Basil the Great - Archbishop. The first readings are from the epistles of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 2; verse 8 through 12 and Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 26 through Chapter 8; verse 2. The second readings are from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 2; verse 20 and 21, 40 through 52, and Chapter 6; verse 17 through 23.

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Wednesday, Dec. 31st, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Melany. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 5; verse 11 to Chapter 6; verse 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 21; verse 5 through 7, 10 and 11, and verses 20 through 24.

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Tuesday, Dec. 30th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is the Venerable Anysia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 4; verse 1 through 13. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 21; verse 12 through 19.

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Monday, Dec 29th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are the 14,000 Holy Innocents. The first reading is from the epistle of Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 3; verse 5 through 11 and verse 17 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 20; verse 27 through 44.

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Sunday, Dec. 28th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated are the 20,000 of Nicodemia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 1; verse 11 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 2; verse 13 through 23.

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Saturday, Dec. 27th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Stephen - Protomartyr. The first reading is from the Acts of the Apostles Chapter 6; verse 8 through 15, Chapter 7; verse 1 through 5, and 47 through 60. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 21; verse 33 through 42.

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Friday, Dec. 26th, 2008

The solemn feast of the Synaxis of the Mother of God. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 2; Chapter 11 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 2; verse 13 through 23.

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Thursday, Dec. 25th, 2008

Merry CHRISTmas!!! The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 4; verse 4 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 2; verse 1 through 12.

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Wednesday, Dec. 24th, 2008

Christmas Eve. The martyr commemorated today is Eugenia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 1; verse 1 through 12. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 2; verse 1 through 20.

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Tuesday, Dec. 23rd. 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are the Holy Ten of Crete. The first reading is from the second epistle of Paul to Timothy Chapter 3; verse 16 to Chapter 4; verse 4. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 11; verse 11 through 23.

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Monday, Dec. 22nd, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Anastasia. The first reading is from the second epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 2; verse 20 through 26. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 10; verse 46 through 52.

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Sunday, Dec. 21st, 2008

The Sunday before Christmas. The saint commemorated today is St. Juliana. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 11; verse 9 through 10, 17 through 23, and verses 32 through 40. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 1; verse 1 through 25.

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Saturday, Dec. 20th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Ignatius - Bishop. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 3; verse 8 through 12. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 13; verse 18 through 29.

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Friday, Dec. 19th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Bonifice. The first reading is from the first epistle of St. Paul Chapter 1; verse 1 through 2, 10 through 12, and Chapter 2; verse 6 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 10; verse 23 through 32.

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Thursday, Dec. 18th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Sebastian. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 4; verse 7 to Chapter 5; verse 9. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 10; verse 17 through 27.

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Wednesday, Dec. 17th, 2008

Commemorated today is the Great Prophet Daniel. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 3; verse 11 to Chapter 4; verse 6. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Marke Chapter 10; verse 11 through 16.

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Tuesday, Dec. 16th, 2008

Commemorated today is the Holy Prophet - Haggai. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 3; verse 1 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 10; verse 2 through 10.

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Monday, Dec. 15th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Eleutherius - Bishop. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 2; verse 14 through 26. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 9; verse 42 through Chapter 10 ; verse 1.

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Sunday, Dec. 14th, 2008

Today is the Sunday of the Holy Ancestors. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 3; verse 4 through 11. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 14; verse 16 through 24.


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Saturday, Dec. 13th, 2008

The Martyrs commemorated today are Eustratius and Others. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 6; verse 10 through 17. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 21; verse 12 through 19.

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Friday, Dec. 12th, 2008

Today commemorates the Theotokos of Guadalupe. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 9; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 1; verse 39 through 56.

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Thursday, Dec. 11th, 2008

The saints commemorated today are Daniel the STylite and Spiridon Bishop and Wonderworker. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 1; verse 19 through 27. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 9; verse 10 through 16.

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Wednesday, Dec. 10th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Mennas and others. The first reading is from the epistle of St. James Chapter 1; verse 1 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 8; verse 30 through 34.

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Tuesday, Dec. 9th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the venerable Patapius. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 12; verse 25 through 26 and Chapter 13; verse 22 through 25. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 8; verse 22 through 26.

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Monday, Dec. 8th, 2008

Today commemorates the Conception of St. Anna. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 4; verse 22 through 31. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 16 through 21.

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Sunday, Dec. 7th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is our holy father Ambrose - Bishop of Milan. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 3; verse 12 through 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 17; verse 12 through 19.

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Saturday, Dec. 6th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Nicholas - Bishop of Myra. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 13; verse 17 through 21. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 17 through 23.

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A week of Silence

Hey folks!

I need to take a week off. I need to chill out and for a bit. If anyone has any comments or suggestions please feel free to send me an email or leave a comment on this blog.

Yours in IC XC,

Brian Biggerstaff
biggerstaff.brian@gmail.com

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Your humble servant in IC XC,
Brian J. Biggerstaff

Saturday, Nov. 29th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Paramon and Philemon. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 2; verse 11 through 13. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 32 through 40.

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Friday, Nov. 28th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is the venerable Stephen. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 18 through 25. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 20; verse 19 through 26.

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Thursday, Nov. 27th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is James the Persian. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 1 through 6. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 20; verse 9 through 18.

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Wednesday, Nov. 26th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is the venerable Alypius the Stylite. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 5; verse 11 to Chapter 6; verse 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 20; verse 1 through 8.

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Tuesday, Nov. 25th, 2008

The saints commemorated today are the Clement Pope of Rome and Peter Bishop of Alexandria. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 4; verse 1 through 13. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 19; verse 45 through 48.

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Monday, Nov. 24th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Catherine. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 3; verse 5 through 11 and 17 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 19; verse 37 through 44.

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Sunday, Nov. 23rd, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Amphilocius - bishop of Iconium. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 1; verse 12 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 13; verse 10 through 17.

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Saturday, Nov. 22nd, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Philemon and others. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 1; verse 16 through 23. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 19 through 21.

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Friday, Nov. 21st, 2008

Today commemorates the Entrance of the Mother of God. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 9; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 38 through 42 and Chapter 11; verse 27 through 28.

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Thursday, Nov. 20th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the Venerable Gregory the Decapolite. The first reading s from the epistle of St. Paul to Titus Chapter 1; verse 5 to Chapter 2; verse 1. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 18; verse 31 through 34.

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Wednesday, Nov. 19th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Obadiah. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 4; verse 9 through 22. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 18; verse 15 through 17 and verse 26 through 30.

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Tuesday, Nov. 18th, 2008

The holy martyrs commemorated today are Plato and Roman. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 3; verse 16 to Chapter 4; verse 4. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 17; verse 26 through 37.

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Monday, Nov. 17th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Gregory Wonderworker - Bishop. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 2; verse 20 through 26. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel acording to St. Luke Chapter 17; verse 20 through 25.

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Sunday, Nov. 16th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the Apostle Matthew. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 6; verse 10 through 17. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 16 through 21.

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Saturday, Nov. 15th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are the confessors Gurias, Samonas, and Habib. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 5; verse 22 to Chapter 6; verse 2. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 57 through 62.

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Friday, Nov. 14th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Phillip the Apostle. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 4; verse 9 through 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 1; verse 35 through 51.

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Thursday, Nov. 13th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is John Chrysostom - Archbishop of Constantinople. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 26 to Chapter 8; verse 2. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 10; verse 9 through 16.

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Wednesday, Nov. 12th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Josaphat - Archbishop. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 7; verse 26 to Chapter 8; verse 2. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 10; verse 9 through 16.

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Tuesday, Nov. 11th, 2008

The Martyrs commemorated today are Menas, Victor, And Vincent. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Thimothy Chapter 5; verse 11 through 21. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 17; verse 26 through 37.

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Monday, Nov. 10th, 2008

The Apostles commemorated today are Erastus and Olympas and Rhodion and their companions. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 5; verse 1 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 14; verse 1 and 12 through 15.

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Sunday, Nov. 9th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Onesiphorus and Porphyrius. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 5; verse 9 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 25 through 37.

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Saturday, Nov. 8th, 2008

Today commemorates the Snaxis of St. Michael the Archangel and all Angels. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 2; verse 2 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 16 through 22.

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Friday, Nov. 7th, 2008

Today commemorates the thirty-three martyrs of Melitene. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 4; verse 4 through 8 and verse 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 13; verse 31 through 35.

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Thursday, Nov. 6th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Paul the Confessor - Archbishop of Constantinople. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 3; verse 1 through 13. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 13; verse 1 through 9.

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Wednesday, Nov. 5th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Galaction and Episteme. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 1; verse 18 through 20 and Chapter 2 verse 8 through 15. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 48 through 59.

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Tuesday, Nov. 4th, 2008

The Saint commemorated today is Joannicius. The first reading is from the first epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 1; verse 8 through 14. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 42 through 48.

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Monday, Nov. 3rd, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Acepsimas and others. The first reading the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 1; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 13 - 15 and 22 - 31.

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Sunday, Nov. 2nd, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today ar Akinynos, Pegasius, Aphthonius, Elpidiphor, and Anempodistus. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 4; verse 1 through 6. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 41 through 56.

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Saturday, Nov. 1st, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Theodore Romzha - Bishop of Mukachevo. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 1; verse 3 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 1 through 6.

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Friday, Oct. 31st, 2008

The saints commemorated today are Stachys and Others. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 3; verse 6 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 12; verse 2 through 12.

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Thursday, Oct 30th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today is Zenobius and Zenobia. The first reading is from the second epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 13 to Chapter 3; verse 5. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 47 to Chapter 12; verse 1.

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Wednesday, Oct. 29th, 2008

Dear Friends,

Sorry I was a bit late getting this episode posted.

Love, Brian

The martyr commemorated today is the Venerable Anastasia. The first reading is from the second epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 1 through 12. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 42 through 46.

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Tuesday, Oct. 28th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Paraskevia. The first reading is from the second epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1; verse 10 to Chapter 2; verse 2. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 34 through 41.

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Monday, Oct. 27th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is great and Holy Nestor. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1; verse 1 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 29 through 33.

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NEWS UPDATE: You can now listen and pray with me via your Mobile Internet Device!!!

GLORY TO JESUS CHRIST!

Dear Friends,

Last Wednesday, I was one of those fortunate individuals to receive the New T-Mobile G1 telephone. It is the newest product in smart phone technology. This type of device is becoming more and more common place and is a fast growing industry. A popular example would be the Apple iPhone that everyone is talking about.

I added a feature to the blog where you can access this podcast via your PDA, smart phone, or mobile internet device. You are no longer tied down to only listening to this podcast via the Apple iPod or on your PC.

HOW TO GET ACCESS
It is really easy! Just open this blog on the internet browser of your device and click on the link right below the flash player called “MP3 File” and your phone will automatically start streaming the episode you want to listen to. Some devises may allow you to use the Flash Player already on the blog.

I am really excited about it because of the growing number of people out there using Mobile Internet Devices. In turn, this should broaden the reach of this podcast. If anyone has any questions please send me an email at biggerstaff.brian@gmail.com.

May God grant you; all of my listeners many happy, Holy, and Blessed years!!

Your humble servant in IC XC,
Brian J. Biggerstaff

Sunday, Oct. 26th, 2008

The Martyr commemorated today is the great and Holy Demetrius. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 2; verse 14 through 22. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 26 through 39.

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Saturday, Oct. 25th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Marcian and Martyrius. The first reading is from the 2nd Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 11; verse 1 through 6. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 16 through 21.

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Friday, Oct. 24th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Arethas and others. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 5; verses 9-13 and 24 through 28. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 23 through 26.

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Thursday, Oct 23rd, 2008

The saint commemorated to today is James the Apostle. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 5; verse 1 through 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 14 through 23.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22nd, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Abercius - Bishop. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 4; verse 1 through 12. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 9 through 13.

Tuesday, Oct. 21st, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the venerable Hilary the Great. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 3; verse 9 through 13. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 11; verse 1 through 10.

Monday, Oct. 20th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Artemis. The first reading is from the epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 20 to Chapter 3; verse 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 22 through 25.

Sunday, Oct. 19th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Joal. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 2; verse 4 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 16; verse 19 through 31.

Saturday, Oct. 18th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Luke the Apostle and Evangelist. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 4; verses 5-9, 14-15, and 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 16 through 22.

Friday, Oct. 17th, 2008

The prophet commemorated today is Hosea. The martyr commemorated today is Andrew of Crete. The first reading is from the first epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 14 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 1 through 15.

Thursday, Oct. 16th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Longinus. The first reading is from the first epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 9 through 14. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 49 through 56.

Wednesday, Oct. 15th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Euthymius. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 2; verse 1 through 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 44 through 50.

Tuesday, Oct. 14th, 2008

The Martyr commemorated today is Paraskevia and others. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1; verse 6 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 23 through 27.

Monday, Oct. 13th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Carpus, Papylus, and Agathonica. The first reading is from the 1st epistle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1; verse 1 through 5. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 18 through 22.

Sunday, Oct. 12th, 2008

Today is the feast of the Fathers of the 7th Ecumenical Council. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 13; verse 7 through 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 17; verse 1 through 13.

Saturday, Oct. 11th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Phillip - Deacon and Apostle. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 3; verse 12 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 1 through 10.

Friday, Oct. 10th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Eulampius and Eulampia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 4; verse 10 through 18. The second reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 9; verse 12 through 18.

Thursday, Oct. 9th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is James, the Lesser Apostle. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 4; verse 9 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 16 through 22.

Wednesday, Oct. 8th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the Venerable Pelagia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colassians Chapter 3; verse 18 to Chapter 4; verse 1. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 22 through 25.

Tuesday, Oct. 7th, 2008

The martyrs commemorated today are Sergius and Bacchus. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 2; verse 20 to Chapter 3; verse 3. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 8; verse 1 through 3.

Monday, Oct. 6th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Thomas the Apostle. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 4; verse 9 through 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 20; verse 19 through 31.

Sunday, Oct. 5th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Charitina. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 2; verse 16-20. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 7; verse 11 through 16.

Saturday, Oct. 4th, 2008

The Martyr commemorated today is Hierotheus, Bishop of Athens. The first reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 3; verse 12 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 5; verse 27 through 32.

Friday, Oct. 3rd, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is Denis the Areopagite, Bishop of the Athens. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colassians Chapter 2; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 7; verse 31 through 35.

Thursday, Oct. 2nd, 2008

The Martyr commemorated today is Cyprian, bishop of Carthage. The second reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians Chapter 1; verse 24 through 29. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 7; verse 17 through 30.

Wednesday, Oct. 1st, 2008

The feast of the Protection of the Mother of God. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 9; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 38 through 42 and Chapter 11; verse 27 and 28.

Tuesday, Sept.30th, 2008

The martyr commemorated today is the holy Gregory, bishop of Armenia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Collasions Chapter 1; verse 1 -2, and 7-11. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 37-45.

Monday, Sept. 29th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the Venerable Cyriacus. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 4; verse 10 through 23. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 24 through 30.

Sunday, Sept. 28th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is the Venerable Chariton the Confessor. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 1; verse 11 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 31 through 36.

Saturday, Sept. 27th, 2008

The Martyrs commemorated today are Callistratus and Others. The first reading is from the second epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 1; verse 8 through 11. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 5; verse 17 through 26.

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Friday, Sept. 26th, 2008

Today commemorates the passing of St. John the Evangelist. The first reading is from the First Letter of St. John Chapter 4; verse 12 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 19; verse 25 through 27 and Chapter 21; verses 24 and 25.

Thursday, Sept. 25th, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Euphrosyna. the first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 3 verse 1 through 8. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 6; verse 12 through 19.

Wednesday, Sept. 24th, 2008

The Martyr commemorated today is Thelca. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 2; verse 24 through 30. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 5; verse 33 through 39.

Tuesday, Sept. 23rd, 2008

The conception of John the Baptist. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 4; verse 22 through 31. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 1; verse 5 through 25.

Monday, Sept. 22nd, 2008

Martyr commemorated to day is Phocas. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 2; verse 12 through 16. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 4; verse 37 through 44.

Sunday, Sept 21st, 2008

The saint commemorated today is Quadratus. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 2; verse 16 through 20. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 8; verse 34 through 38.

Saturday, Sept 20th, 2008

The Martyrs commemorated today are Eustance and Others. The first reading is from the first epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 1; verse 26 through 29. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 8; verse 21 through 30.

Podcast Feed URL Change!!!

Dear Friends,

Sorry for the inconvenience. I misspelled a word on the feed URL and corrected it. Problematic to that change, my subscribers may have some difficulty getting new episodes. I have renamed the podcast to "Byzantine Catholic Daily Prayer and Scripture Readings". I have the new iTunes feed listed below. All you have to do is copy and past the URL listed below into the "Subscribe to a podcast" field in the tab on your iTunes software.

http://biggerstaffbrn.hipcast.com/rss/byzantine-prayer.xml

It may take a few days for iTunes.com to update the podcast with the new RSS feed address. Again, I apologize.

The good news is that our podcast is still up and running. It may sputter and pop from time to time but thanks to your prayers she is still running strong with a vigor that would make St. Paul proud. Further, I want to thank each and everyone of you, the listener, who are sharing in this journey with me through our new Liturgical year.

If anyone has any questions, comments, or concerns I want to welcome you to send me an email. I promise that I will respond quickly to each one.

Your humble servant in IC XC,
Brian J. Biggerstaff
biggerstaff.brian@gmail.com

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The Martyrs commemorated today are Trophimus and Others. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 1; verse 27 to Chapter 2; verse 4. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 4; verse 22 through 30.

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The saint commemorated today is Eumenius-Bishop of Gortyna. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 1; verse 20 through 27. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 4; verse 16 through 22.

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The Martyr commemorated today is Euphemia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter; 1 verse 12 through 20. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 4; verse 1 through 15.

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The Martyr commemorated today is Euphemia. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 1; verse 8 through 14. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel acording to St. Luke Chapter 3; verse 23 to Chapter 4; verse 1.

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The holy great martyr, Nicetas the Goth. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 1; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 3; verse 19 through 22.

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The Exaltation of the Precious, Holy, and Life-Creating Cross. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 1; verse 18 through 24. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 19; verse 6 through 11, 13 through 29, 25 through 28, and 30 through 35.

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Today commemorates the dedication of the Church of the Resurrection of the Lord in Jerusalem. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 2; verse 6 through 9. The second reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews Chapter 3; verse 1 through 4. The third reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mathew Chapter 10; verse 37 to Chapter 11; verse 1. And the fourth reading is from Chapter 16; verse 13 through 18 of the same Gospel.

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The Martyr commemorated today is is the holy Bishop Autonomous. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 6; verse 18 through 24. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 8; verse 1 through 10.

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The saint commemorated today is the venerable Theodora. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 5; verse 33 to Chapter 6; verse 9. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 7; verse 24 through 30.

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The Martyrs commemorated are Menodora, Metrodora, and Nymphodora. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 5; verse 25 through 33. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel accodring to St. Mark Chapter 7; verse 14 through 24.

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Synaxis of Joachim and Anna. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 5; verse 20 through 26. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 7; verse 5 through 16.

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The Nativity of the Theotokos and ever virgin Mary. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians Chapter 2; verse 5 through 11. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 10; verse 38 through 42 and Chapter 11; verse 27 and 28.

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Sunday before the Exaltation of the Cross. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians Chapter 6; verse 11 through 18. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John Chapter 3; verse 13 through 17.

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The Miracle of St. Michael the Archangel. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Corinthians Chapter 14; verse 20 through 25. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 25; verse 1 through 13.

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The Holy Prophet Zachary and his wife Elizabeth. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter; 4 verse 17 through 23. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 12; verse 1 through 12.

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The holy martyr Babylas, bishop of Antioch and the holy prophet Moses, who saw God. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 4; verse 14 through 19. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 11; verse 27 through 33.

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The holy Martyr Anthimus. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 3; verse 8 through 21. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 11; verse 23 through 26.

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The Holy Martyr Mammas. The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 2; verse 19 to Chapter 3; verse 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 11; verse 11 to 23.

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The Church New Year. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to Timothy Chapter 2; verse 1 through 7. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Chapter 4; verse 16 through 22.

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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost. The doposition of the venerable belt of the Most Holy Mother of God. The first reading is from the first epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 6; verse 1 through 10. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew; Chapter 25 verse 14 through 30.

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The saints commemorated today are Alexander, John, and Paul. The first reading is from the 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians, Chapter 10; verse 23 through 28. The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 24; verse 24 through 44.

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The Feast of the Behading of John the Baptist: The first reading is from the Acts of the Apostles; Chapter 13; verse 25 through 33.
The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 6; verse 14 through 29.

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I would like to thank Joseph Heald for participating in this day's podcast. Today he did the summary of the saint and the Gospel reading.

The first reading is from the epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians Chapter 1 verse 1 through 9. The second reading is the from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 7 verse 14 through 24.

News Update

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

I just thought I would post an update on how the podcast is developing. First, I want to apologize for not posting any readings the last few days. The fact of the matter is I have been working and communicating with lots of people and things have been shaping up in a fantastic way.

I am in the process of officially getting permission from the Metropolitan Cantor Institute to use all of their audio material in the future as well as some of their publications.

The support I have been getting from my parish has been phenomenal. Adam and Linsey Kemner have been on the phone with me constantly making good suggestions and keeping the flame alive. Joseph Heald has been a great support as well. You will get to hear him on future recordings.

Secondly, I have been talking to Sister Loretta at the Eparchy of Parma. I want to humbly thank her for her prayers and sharing the vision for this project.

Third, I have had the privileged opportunity of talking with Professor J. Michael Thompson and I have asked him to direct me in this endeavor as if it where his. Almost all of the music was written and directed by him.

Lastly, I want to extend a personal thanks to Darlene Fayka at the Archeparchy of Pittsburgh, PA for being a leader on this project and so lovingly showing me the way.

Last but not least I want to thank you the listener. It is my understanding that the readings for 08/24/08 had 147 downloads. THIS IS INCREDIBLE!
To everyone and anyone reading this, don't ever underestimate how the Holy Spirit is going to use you. So far this has been the greatest lesson to me.

ALL GLORY, HONOR, AND WORSHIP TO OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST!

-The knucklehead Brian

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The Martyr commemorated today is Eutyches. The first reading is from 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians; Chapter 4 verses 6 through 15. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 22; verse 35 through 46.

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The Martyr commemorated today is Lupus. The first reading is from 1st epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians; Chapter 4 verse 17 to Chapter 5 verse 5. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 24; verse 1 through 13.

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The Saint commemorated today is Agathonicus and Others. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Galations; Chapter 4 verse 8 through 21. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 6; verse 45 through 53.

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The Saint commemorated today is Thaddeus. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Galations; Chapter 3; verses 23 to Chapter 4 verse 5. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 6; verse 30 through 45.

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The prophet commemorated today is Samuel and the St. Stephen, King of Hungary. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians; Chapter 3; verses 15 through 22. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 6; verse 7-13.

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The Matryrs commemorated today are Andrew and the 2,593 soldiers. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Galations; Chapter 2 verse 21 to Chapter 3 verse 7. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Mark Chapter 6; verse 1 through 7.

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The Martyrs commemorated today are Florus and Laurus. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Galations; Chapter 2 verse 11 through 16.The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 5; verse 24 through 34.

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The 14th Sunday After Pentecost. The Martyr commemorated today is St. Myron and SS. Paul and Juliana.

The first reading is from second epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 1 verse 21 to Chapter 2 verse 4. The second reading is from the Holy gospel according to St. Matthew Chapter 22 verses 1 through 14.

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The day of the Translation of the Icon of Our Lord. The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Colassions Chapter 1 verse 12 through 18. The second reading is from the 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 3 verse 4 through 11. The third reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke - Chapter 9: verse 51 through 56 and Chapter 10: verse 22 through 24.

BCW 081508: The solemn Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God

Your reader for today is Michael Metenoski.The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Phillipians, Chapter 2; verses 5 through 11 and the second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke - Chapter 10: verse 38 through 42 and Chapter 11 verse 27 and 28.

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Translation of the Relics of the venerable Theodosius of the Cave.

The first reading is from epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews, Chapter 13; verses 7 through 16 and the second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St Matthew - Chapter 11: verse 27 through 30.

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The first reading is from 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians, Chapter 13; verses 3 through 13 and The second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St Mark - Chapter 4: verse 35 through 41.

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The first reading is from 2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians, Chapter 12; verse 20 to Chapter 13 verse 2 and the second reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St Mark - Chapter 4: verse 24 through 34.

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2nd epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians, Chapter 10; verses 7 through 18 and the Holy Gospel according to St Mark - Chapter 3 verses 28 through 35.

A note from Brian

Dear Friends,

I want to thank each and every one of my subscribers, for listening and helping me make this first week this project a success. It is my hope that this podcast can be something that can help enrich all of our lives as we journey together through liturgical calendar.

As I have been learning how to make this program through trial and error, there have been some small improvements. However, there is much room for more. I just thought I would take a few minutes to share them with you in hope that this may start some nice conversation on my blog.

First, I plan on including a brief summery of the Saint or Martyr commemorated each day.

Secondly, In the coming weeks I will acquire some authentic Byzantine Music to mix into the program to give a more Eastern Catholic flavor to what you hear.

And Third, I am exploring the possibility of include those prayer’s that are common for anyone’s daily rule of prayer. For example, The Trisagion or beginning prayers, Psalm 50, The Nicene Creed, the Trisagion and Kontakion for each day sung in plain chant.

These are just a few things that I have thought of to improve your listening experience. Now I need your help. I humbly encourage everyone listening to provide some input.
You can do so by visit my blog at brianskc.blogspot.com and share with me what you would like to hear on this podcast. You can also click on my email address if you would like to share your ideas with me privately.

Again I would like to thank you for making this first week a great start, and express my gratitude for your input ahead of time. May God grant you many happy, Holy, and blessed years.

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Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. 2 Peter 1:10-19 and Mt 17:1-9.

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2 Cor 8:7-15 and Mk 3:13-19

Podcast features music by Sara Ayers!!

I would like to extend a many thanks to the very talented Sara Ayers for allowing me to use her music to enhance my podcast. I have used her music for August 3rd, 4th, and the 5th readings. Her beautiful voice has added so much life to my little project and I am very grateful. To learn more about her talent and accomplishments please visit her websit listed below.

http://www.saraayers.com/

-Brian

A note from Brian

Dear friends,

The reading for the following day can be downloaded the evening before free on iTunes. I will keep the blog updated with all of the recordings I upload if you would like to listen ahead.

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2 Cor 8; 7-15 and Mk 3; 6-12

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1 Cor 15; 1-11 and Mt 19; 16-26

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Daily Scripture reading from the Byzantine Catholic liturgical calander.

Introduction

Dear Friends,

After a few years of sitting on this project. Something happened. I came to the logical conclusion that there are many Byzantine Catholics, just like myself, that are so busy that it is difficult to find time to sit down alone or with family and prayerfully read the scripture readings that are a part of our liturgical calendar.

Along with a fervent love for Jesus Christ I want to be the first guy in my jurisdiction (Byzantine-Ruthenian) to put out a podcast to fulfill this need and stick to it. After much brainstorming in front of my computer, and recording over and over I have finally done it.

This podcast is still at its beginning stages. It will go through changes and it will grow. However it won’t do that with out your input. I humbly invite all who are listening to email me and let me know what you think and what I can change, do, or not do in order to make this a podcast that your entire family can enjoy.

ABOUT THE PODCAST. So far I must admit that I have used some pretty sparton methods in putting the podcast together. I am using a software called Audacity that allows me to mix different tracks together and has many tools to (try) and clean up the sound a bit. Also I am using the Douy Rhiems translation of the bible that has no restrictions on reproduction because it is a translation that is almost 500 years old, further the book that I am reading from is 97 years old. So please forgive me if I stumble on a word or two. The music that you hears is from the artist Seraphic Panoply. He publishes podcast free music loops specifically for knuckleheads like myself.

A MANY THANKS TO Brad Wilson, the founder of this podcast for his support and trusting me with grabbing a hold of the reins. I would also like thank Fr. Stephen Muth and Fr. Deacon Nicholas for their continuous support and encouragement with this project. Last but not least I would like to thank our most Blessed and Glorious Lady the Theotokos and ever Virgin Mary for her constant care and intercession through out my whole life to the present day.

Yours in IC XC,

Brian J. Biggerstaff
St. Luke’s Byzantine Catholic Church
Sugar Creek, MO

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Scripture readings from the Byzantine Catholic liturgical calander.