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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese E-Bulletin August 4, 2006
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FEAST OF THE TRANSFIGURATION: Visit this special feast day site to learn more about the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord Jesus Christ celebrated on August 6. Read the biblical background, learn about the icon, listen to hymns and more at
http://www.goarch.org/en/special/listen_learn_share/transfiguration/learn/
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DORMITION FAST: Each year from August 1 until August 14 the Orthodox Church observes the Dormition fast prior to the commemoration of the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15. To learn more about the fast and the feast, visit
http://www.goarch.org/en/special/listen_learn_share/dormition/learn/
CRISIS IN THE MIDDLE EAST ? APPEAL FOR AID: As the crisis in the Middle East continues, Orthodox Christians are called to prayer and to philanthropy. Read the statement on the crisis issued by His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America and go to the web site of International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) to learn how you can help those in need.
http://www.goarch.org/en/news/NewsDetail.asp?id=1619
NASHVILLE TV STATION COVERS CONGRESS SESSION AGAINST CELL PHONE PORNOGRAPHY: WKRN in Nashville did a story on one of the workshops at the 38th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress. The workshop was led by Theo Nicolakis and addressed the growing problem of cell phone and iPod pornography. To view the story go to
http://www.wkrn.com/nashville/news/orthodox-church-fights-cell-phone-porn
ORDER THE 2006-07 PLANNER: Orders are now being taken for the 2006-07 Planner published by the Dept. of Youth and Young Adult Ministries. The Planner is available in both book and PDA formats and includes daily scripture readings, Saints, prayers, readings from the Fathers and much more. Download an order form at
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/departments/youth/
NATIONAL ORTHODOX RADIO PROGRAM: Come Receive The Light (CRTL) program for the week 08/05/2006 will be "Beginner's Guide to Prayer" with Fr. Michael Keiser as our guest. Programs are subject to change; please visit our web site for more information on CRTL programs, featured segments, and to subscribe to our e-newsletter.
LOOKING FOR A GIFT, BOOK, ICON: Visit the Orthodox Marketplace for your next gift or purchase of an icon or book. The Marketplace offers a wide variety of resources including Bibles, children?s books, jewelry, and more.
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