Contemplations – Page 9 – Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Midlands, U.K.

Good Friday of The Holy Pascha Week The sufferings of Christ the Lord are proof of His love for mankind. It was His love that crucified Him, and were it not for this love, neither Pilate nor the Jews would have been able to crucify Him.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

Good Friday of The Holy Pascha Week The sufferings of Christ the Lord are proof of His love for mankind. It was His love that crucified Him, and were it not for this love, neither Pilate nor the Jews would have been able to crucify Him.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III

Apr 10, 2026

“God commands things we cannot do so that we know what to ask of Him. For this is faith itself which obtains by prayer what the law commands.” – St. Augustine Friday Eve of the Holy Pascha

“God commands things we cannot do so that we know what to ask of Him. For this is faith itself which obtains by prayer what the law commands.” – St. Augustine Friday Eve of the Holy Pascha

Apr 9, 2026

“What is your will, O God? It is that i should praise you, O Lord, who gave me life, and a body, and all good things.” – St. Augustine Liturgy of the Water

“What is your will, O God? It is that i should praise you, O Lord, who gave me life, and a body, and all good things.” – St. Augustine Liturgy of the Water

Apr 9, 2026

Thursday Eve of the Holy Pascha Week “Knowing that God is faithful and mighty, have faith in Him and you will share what is His… We all believe that God is mighty and, know that everything is possible with Him. As for your own affairs, believe with faith in Him about them too, for He is able to work miracles in you also.” – Abba Euprepios

Thursday Eve of the Holy Pascha Week “Knowing that God is faithful and mighty, have faith in Him and you will share what is His… We all believe that God is mighty and, know that everything is possible with Him. As for your own affairs, believe with faith in Him about them too, for He is able to work miracles in you also.” – Abba Euprepios

Apr 8, 2026

Wednesday of the Holy Pascha Week “By the Holy Spirit’s power are sealed all the entrances into your soul. By theseal of anointing with Sacred Chrism all your bodily members are sealed and you are now able to use your senses for the good of your own soul and the welfare of others.” – St. Ephraim of Syria

Wednesday of the Holy Pascha Week “By the Holy Spirit’s power are sealed all the entrances into your soul. By theseal of anointing with Sacred Chrism all your bodily members are sealed and you are now able to use your senses for the good of your own soul and the welfare of others.” – St. Ephraim of Syria

Apr 8, 2026

“Take refuge in the Crucified One, and imitate us who are His servants.” – St. Anthony the Great

“Take refuge in the Crucified One, and imitate us who are His servants.” – St. Anthony the Great

Apr 6, 2026