“By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.” (1 John 3:16)
Coptic Orthodox Patriarchate – The Church of Alexandria

St. Mary & St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church
Reaching out to Somerset and Hunterdon Counties in NJ

Resources on Advent Fast (Page 2)

Introduction to the Nativity Fast & the Daily Theotokias

Blessed Nativity Fast! As we begin this sacred period of fasting, we would like to take a historical look at the Nativity Fast’s origin, its uniqueness, and what it represents. The Nativity Fast that we currently practice is a 43-day fast, comprised of 6 weeks beginning from the 16th of Hathor (26th November) and concluding…