Beheading of the Holy and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John

Saints, Feasts, and Readings for 08/29/2025

Saints and Feasts: Beheading of the Holy and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John; Theodora of Thessaloniki; Anastasios the New Martyr of Bulgaria

Abstain from meat, dairy, eggs, fish, olive oil, wine

Matins Gospel Reading: Matthew 14:1-13

Epistle Reading: Acts 13:25-33

Gospel Reading: Mark 6:14-30

Note: This is one of the strictest fast days of the year, and St. Michael keeps the Antiochian practice. For guidance on your own fast, talk to Fr. Michael.