Forgiveness (Cheesefare) Sunday

"The Lord said, 'If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father also will forgive you; but if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.'"
(Matthew 6:14-15)

The Sunday of Forgiveness (Cheesefare)

At the onset of Great Lent and a period of intense fasting, this Sunday reminds us of our need for God’s forgiveness and guides our hearts, minds, and spiritual efforts on returning to Him in repentance.

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Read this Sunday's Gospel (Matthew 6:14-21)

Read this sunday's Epistle (Romans 13:11-14;14:1-4 )

Study the Gospel & Epistle Readings

Listen to the Triodion Hymns

Sunday Sermon Series

Let Your Light Shine

“Nothing makes us so like God, as our readiness to forgive the wicked and wrongdoer.”

(Saint John Chrysostom)

Sharing the Space of Salvation

The Greek word for forgiveness means "sharing the same space." At the doorstep to Great Lent, we're given the opportunity to both seek and offer forgiveness.

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The Greatest Example of Forgiveness

How many times must we forgive our neighbor? As many times as we hope God will forgive us.

Ask for forgiveness! Offer forgiveness! »

Preparing Your Family for Great Lent

An engaging discussion that offers parents practical ways to make Great Lent a transformative family experience.

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Explore our ministry resources for the lenten period.

Nourish Your Soul

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