With the amount of times I report that I arrive late at Vespers, you may be surprised to hear that I hate being late to anything. If I reach back into my pentacostal heritage, I would just blame the devil. While I have no doubt the evil one doesn't like me going to Vespers, I guess I have to claim some responsibility for myself. And, plus, sometimes stuff just happens.
My son needed a ride to our protestant parish because of a youth group game night. He got out at 6pm so by the time he showered and I dropped him off, it turned out I was just arriving as we sing the Psalm that introduces the readings. I forget the name. Wait, I just googled it and it's called the prokeimenon.
I walked in on this part!
Yes, that is late in the service but I "entered in" right away. Fr Gary was away this week on vacation so Fr. Sergious was filling in. He has such a rich, deep voice, it is a joy to have him lead us in Worship. Fr. Sergious read a writing from one of the Saints, which, sadly, I cannot remember the Saint's name. The reading, though, talked about how the light from the Sun comes from the Sun and we cannot see the Sun without its light. So, too, we cannot see the Father without the Light of the Son!
Sometimes I don't have a lot to talk about regarding my Vesper's visit but I can say I am always glad I went!
Glory to God!
Hey, no worries. Showing up late to services is an Orthodox tradition.
ReplyDeleteAgabus,
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It's good to know I am keeping traditions alive!
There are legions of jokes about "Orthodox time" - you are doing fine ;)
ReplyDeleteMimi,
DeleteThat's good to know!
"talked about how the light from the Sun comes from the Sun and we cannot see the Sun without its light. So, too, we cannot see the Father without the Light of the Son!"
ReplyDeleteSounds very simple, but that is a very profound statement. One that a person can contemplate over for some time. Thanks for sharing,
Yes, it was nice...I just wish I could remember who Fr Sergious was quoting!
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