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The Baptism of the LORD is Bigger than Christmas | Mthr. Natalia

Feb 6, 2024

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a Dominican priest who has written a book, discusses the significance of Theophany as a larger celebration than the Nativity in the Eastern Church. He explores themes of light, confession, and bringing pain and sin to the Lord for a deeper understanding and stronger relationship.

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Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

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The Feast of Theophany holds a greater importance compared to the Feast of Nativity in the Byzantine tradition, emphasizing the invitation to enter into the family of the Trinity.

Confession is not about punishment, but rather an opportunity to seek healing and deeper relationship with God through open and honest communication.

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The Feast of Theophany

The Feast of Theophany, celebrated on January 6th, is a significant event in the Byzantine tradition. It marks the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River by John the Baptist. The celebration is accompanied by a pre-festive and post-festive period, which involves an abundance of prayers and rituals. The Feast of Theophany holds a greater importance compared to the Feast of Nativity in the Byzantine tradition, emphasizing the invitation to enter into the family of the Trinity.

Introduction

2min

The Feast of Theophany: Inviting into the Trinitarian Relationship

3min

The Healing Power of Bringing Shame and Brokenness to Light

3min

Bringing Pain and Sin to the Lord for Deeper Understanding and Stronger Relationship

5min

Mthr. Natalia tells us why in the Eastern Church Theophany is a larger celebration than the Nativity. She also tells us what this feast can teach us about Forgiveness and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

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