We had a lovely early Liturgy this morning for Sts. Constantine and Helen. It was quiet and peaceful and just very nice. There were just two others besides our family there. When I looked up during communion I realized our children had lined up in age order (boys first because they were serving). One of those moments when you wish you had a camera. I tried to imprint it on my memory instead.
Joyous feastday to all celebrating their name days today! (Many years to our oldest!)
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Kontakion
for Sts. Constantine & Helen, in Tone 3 –
for Sts. Constantine & Helen, in Tone 3 –
On
this day Saint Constantine
this day Saint Constantine
and blessed Helen, his mother,
have
revealed the Cross, the Wood
revealed the Cross, the Wood
worthy of all veneration.
For the
Jews, it is dishonor;
Jews, it is dishonor;
but faithful rulers
have it as a weapon
vanquishing their opponents.
vanquishing their opponents.
For our sakes hath it been shown forth
as a great ensign,
dread and most awesome in war.
Praying With My Feet 
Blessed feast day! Many years and how wonderful!
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