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Welcome to the pages of the Greek Orthodox Community of Leeds ! By using the menu on the left, you will find all sorts of information about the history and structure of the Greek-Orthodox Community, as well as its activities and its principles. You will also find contact details and other useful information about the Community, the Church and the School. Finally, under each section, you will be able to access a list of related links, which will help you become more acquainted with the Greek way of life !!! If you are not already registered with our community you can download and print the registration form. Complete an send to our Secretary so you can be included in our mailing list and email distribution list. That way you can get to find out about our community with regular mail/email communications. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 26 June 2008 )
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Next BBQ There will be a BBQ to celebrate the Dormition of the Theotokos (Koimisis tis Theotokou) on Sunday 17th August straight after the church service. |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 July 2008 )
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Summer's Easter
The Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos (the Mother of God) is described by the Holy Fathers of the Orthodox Church as the Easter of summertime to assign the due importance to this Feast. As it is to be expected then, our preparation for this 'Easter' consists of fasting and regular church services. Fasting commences on the 1st August and ends with the Divine Liturgy on the 15th August (when the congregation partake in Holy Communion - having prepared appropriately). Fish can be eaten during this fast on the 6th August (due to the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Saviour). As the 15th August falls on a Friday (which is normally a fasting day) only fish is allowed on that day. In addition to the regular services of vespers, matins and divine liturgy there are daily services of the Supplicatory Canon (alternating the lesser - small with the greater - long canon) between the 1st and 13th August. For more details on the services of August download the relevant service timetable.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 July 2008 )
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