Vespers
When:
Saturday 19th October, 2019
Coptic Date:
9th Babah, 1736
On This Day:
1. The Departure of St. Eumenius, the Seventh Pope of the See of St. Mark.
2. The Eclipse of the Sun in the Year 958 A.M.
3. The Commemoration of St. Simon (Simeon) the Bishop.
2. The Eclipse of the Sun in the Year 958 A.M.
3. The Commemoration of St. Simon (Simeon) the Bishop.
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.