We have various days and seasons of Fast in the Byzantine Rite but, in this pamphlet, we will limit our presentation to the pre-Paschal Fast known as the Great Fast. It is called the Great Fast not only on account of its duration (seven weeks) but mainly on account of its importance for the spiritual renewal of the faithful. In the Old Slavonic, the Great Fast is called ” Svjata Chetyredesjatnicja,” meaning the Holy Forty Days while in English, it is called Lent from the Anglo-Saxon Lencten, meaning spring. The Great Fast can be described as a forty-day period of prayer, penance, and spiritual exercises in preparation for the proper celebration of Easter. Continue reading
Announcement from Archbishop William: Daniel J. Johnson new Archeparchial Finance Officer
Announcement
Third Metropolitan Assembly Unites Clergy & Laity Amid Historic Papal Transition
From July 16 to 20, over 220 clergy and lay faithful gathered in Whiting, Indiana for the third biannual North American Byzantine Catholic Assembly, hosted by the Eparchy of Parma. This year’s theme, “Come Let Us Worship and Bow … Continue reading
February 2026 and past issues of The Byzantine Catholic World
Cantor Participation Form 2025
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Called to Love and to Dance- POSTPONED!!!
Called to Love and to Dance has been POSTPONED due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to reschedule soon and will keep you posted. Thank you for your understanding! Called to Love and to Dance The Office of Youth and … Continue reading
Unshaken: Online Bible Study for Young Women
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry invites YOUNG WOMEN (18-39 y.o.) to join an ONLINE BIBLE STUDY called: “UNSHAKEN” Opening your heart series Part II. Join the Bible Study based on the Walking with Purpose Young Adult Series! Connect with other women … Continue reading
Youth and Young Adult Events 2026
ByzanTeen Rally 2026
ByzanTeen Rally 2026 The Intereparchial Youth Commission warmly invites all TEENS (ages 13 through high school) to join us at the ByzanTEEN Rally 2026! “Take Courage! I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33 Get ready for four unforgettable days … Continue reading
Mission Trip to Athens, Greece for Young Adults (18-35 y.o.)
Mission Trip To Greece 2026 FINAL The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry invites YOUNG ADULTS (18-35 y.o.) to join a MISSION TRIP TO ATHENS, GREECE. When: June 8-20, 2026 Cost: $1,200 per person Limited space: just 12 spots Sign up link: … Continue reading
Byzantine Catholic Archeparchy of Pittsburgh on Facebook
Glory to Jesus Christ! We are excited to announce that our Byzantine Catholic Archeparchy of Pittsburgh now has an official Facebook page! You can find us under “Archeparchy of Pittsburgh” or click here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576670981137 This will be a platform for us … Continue reading
Promise to protect
Report from the Office of Safe Environment By Sister Joanne Lickvar, OSBM Safe Environment Coordinator As we begin a new year, it is time for anyone who had background clearances in 2020 to renew them. Those whose had clearances in … Continue reading
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