Vespers
When:
Saturday 16th February, 2019
Coptic Date:
10th Amshir, 1735
On This Day:
1. The Martyrdom of St. James the Apostle, Son of Alphaeus.
2. The Martyrdom of St. Justus, Son of Emperor Numerian.
3. The Departure of St. Isidore of Pelusium.
4. The Martyrdom of St. Philo, Bishop of the Persian.
2. The Martyrdom of St. Justus, Son of Emperor Numerian.
3. The Departure of St. Isidore of Pelusium.
4. The Martyrdom of St. Philo, Bishop of the Persian.
Details:
Vespers (Raising of Incense) - is an introduction and preparation for the Liturgy, consisting of a collection of prayers of Thanksgiving and supplications, and praises which request the Lord’s blessings upon the sacramental service. It is a great opportunity to prepare for the service the following day.