Forefeast of the Nativity

Saints, Feasts, and Readings for 12/22/2026 Saints and Feasts: Forefeast of the Nativity; Great Martyr Anastasia of Rome; Martyrs Chrysogonus and Theodota; Church of the Holy Sepulchre Strict Fast Epistle Reading: Hebrews 9:8-23 Brethren, by this the Holy Spirit indicates that the way into the sanctuary is not yet opened as long as the outer tent is still standing (which is symbolic for the present age). According to this arrangement, gifts and sacrifices are offered which cannot perfect the conscience of the worshiper, but deal only with food and drink and various ablutions, regulations for …