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The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is a central worship service in our Ukrainian Byzantine tradition. It is the most commonly celebrated form of the Divine Liturgy, which is the primary Eucharistic Liturgy. The Liturgy is named after St. John Chrysostom, an early Church Father and Archbishop of Constantinople (4th century), known for his eloquent preaching and theological writings.
The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom consists of a structured sequence of prayers, readings from the Holy Scripture, hymns, and ritual actions that culminate in the celebration of the Eucharist, also known as the Holy Communion. The Liturgy is characterized by its rich theological content and its emphasis on the mystery of the Eucharist.
The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is a liturgical service in the Byzantine Rite that is celebrated on the weekdays of Great Lent. The word "presanctified" refers to the consecrated gifts of the Body and Blood of Christ (Holy Communion) that are distributed to the faithful during the service. The gifts of bread and wine are consecrated at a previous Divine Liturgy, and are brought to the altar during the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts.
The service begins with Vespers, which includes readings from the Old Testament, the Psalms, and the Gospels. After Vespers, the priest transfers the Presanctified Gifts from the altar table to the table of oblation. The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts then continues with the following parts:
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The Great Entrance, in which the priest brings the presanctified gifts to the altar.
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The Cherubic Hymn, which is a hymn of praise to Christ as the King of Glory.
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The distribution of Holy Communion.
In the modern Byzantine rite, the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts has preserved many ancient elements that have been lost in the usual vespers. This is, for example, the rite of remaining light, when the priest blesses people with an open candle, saying at the same time, "The light of Christ enlightens everyone." Or the ancient rite of offering evening incense during Psalm 140.
The rationale behind the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is to allow the faithful to partake in the Eucharistic presence of Christ during the fasting period of Great Lent, while still maintaining the penitential character of the season. Since the consecration does not occur during this service, it reflects the sombre and introspective nature of Lent, emphasizing fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection.
The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is a beautiful and moving service that helps the faithful to grow in their love for Christ and to prepare for the coming of
The Liturgy of St. Basil the Great
The Liturgy of St. Basil the Great is a form of the Divine Liturgy that is celebrated on specific days in the liturgical year. It is named after Basil of Caesarea, a 4th-century bishop and theologian who is considered one of the Three Holy Hierarchs of the Church.
The Liturgy of St. Basil is a more elaborate and penitential service than the more common Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom. It is celebrated on 10 days of the year, including the following:
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January 1 (the feast of St. Basil)
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The eves of Christmas and Theophany
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The first five Sundays of Great Lent
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Holy Thursday
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Holy Saturday
The Liturgy of St. Basil is divided into two main parts: the synaxis (or gathering) and the anaphora (or eucharistic prayer). The synaxis begins with the entrance of the clergy and the singing of hymns. The anaphora is the central part of the Liturgy, and it is during this time that the bread and wine are consecrated and become the Body and Blood of Christ.
The Liturgy of St. Basil is a beautiful and prayerful service that is a reminder of the great love that God has for us. It is a time for us to come together as a community to give thanks to God for His many blessings, and to ask for His forgiveness and mercy.