Saint Petka Macedonian Orthodox Church, Rockdale, Sydney

10/09/2026

Utre e praznikot Otsekuvanje na glavata na sv. Jovan Krstitel, sveta Liturgija 8.30.am.
Tomorrow is the feast day of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist; Divine Liturgy is at 8:30 a.m.

09/09/2026

Denes vo Liturgiska i vo molitvena atmosfera beshe proslaven spomenot na svetiot Macenik Fanurij. Ovoj svetitel ne se znae tocno koga ziveel, no e mnogu pocituvan na Krit, Rodos, Egipet i vo Makedonija vo istocniot del kako i Bitola i Prilep. Na ostrovot Rodos bila pronajdena zitijna ikona so 12 prestavi od zivotot na macenikot. Se slika na ikonite so krst vo ednata raka a so sveka vo drugata raka i cesto lrestaven kako vojnik. Spored predanieto, imal losha majka koja ne se popravala. Zatoa sv Fanurij koga postradal za Hrista, pobaral Bog da im pomogne na site onie koi ke se pomolat za spasenie na dushata na negovata greshna majka. Zatoa i nie denes se pomolivme, za dushata na majkata na Fanurij, a Bog po molitvite na sv. Fanurij i nam da ni podari, zdravje, ljubov i uspeh vo zivotot i da ja uslishi sekoja poedinecna nasha prozba.
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Today we celebrated the feast day of Saint Fanurius through the Liturgy. Although the details regarding the time and place of his life and martyrdom remain unknown, he is deeply venerated in Crete, Rhodes, Egypt, and parts of Macedonia, including Bitola and Prilep. An icon discovered on Rhodes depicts him with twelve scenes from his life, typically showing him as a young soldier holding a cross and a candle. Tradition holds that he prayed fervently for his mother, who lived a sinful life, and at the time of his martyrdom, he asked God to grant mercy to anyone who prays for her soul. Following this tradition, we offered prayers today for the mother of Saint Fanurius and asked God for health, peace, and prosperity in our own lives.💒☦️⛪️

07/09/2026

Thursday 6 p.m. visitation of miracle-working icon.
Cetvrtok 6pm. poseta na Cudotvorna ikona.

07/09/2026

Pocituvani Vernici vo Sreda 09.09.2026 sv. Liturgija vo 8.15 am osvetuvanje Fanuropiti vo 9.15am.
Dear parishioners, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, Divine Liturgy will be held at 8:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., followed by the blessing of Fanuropiti.

06/09/2026

14 Nedela po Pedesetnica. Denes od Evangelieto slushnavme za parabolata za Svadbenata proslava koja Gospodarot ja podgotvil i pokanil gosti no nikoj ne dosol. Potoa od onie koi bile najdeni i pokaneti po raskrsnicite, dosle da se veselat no eden od gostite ne bil oblecen vo svadbena obleka, za sto Gospodarot go pratil vo temnina. Evangelskoto zacalo zavrsuva so zborovite Hristovi, Mnogumina se pokaneti a malkumina se izbrani. Svadbata e Carstvoto Bozjo a Bog e gospodarot, parabolata ubavo objasnuva koj i kako e povikan, no treba da se potrudime da otideme obleceni vo obleka koja prilega na Carstvoto Bozjo, obleka istkaena od ljubov, dobrodeteli i cvrsta vera. Bog po molitvite na site Svetii neka ne vbroi ne samo vo povikanite tuku i vo izbranite. 💒☦️⛪️

On the 14th Sunday after Pentecost, the Gospel reading recounts the parable of a Lord who prepared a wedding feast and extended invitations to guests. However, these guests declined to attend. Subsequently, the Lord instructed his servants to go into the streets and bring in anyone they found. Yet, one of the guests was not suitably attired for the wedding ceremony. Consequently, the Lord disciplined him and sent him into darkness. The wedding symbolizes the Kingdom of Heaven, and the Lord represents God. All Christians are invited, but it is important to always ensure we are appropriately prepared. Our preparation should be interwoven with love, virtues, and pure faith, to be fitting for the Kingdom of Heaven. Through the intercessions of all Saints, Dear Lord, we humbly ask that you grant us true faith, hope, and love, so that we may be counted not merely among those who are invited, but among those who are chosen. 💒☦️⛪

28/08/2026

Denes torzestveno beshe proslaven golemiot praznik Uspenie na Presveta Bogorodica. Majkata Bozja od Hrista bila doverena na cuvanje na sv. Jovan Bogoslov. Poziveala vo Erusalim postojano pomagaj im na apostolite. Se upokoila mirno najverojatno posle 60tata godina od zivotot. Na ikonite ovoj praznik se pretstavuva kako Bog Hristos ja prima dusata na Presveta Bogorodica a po nejzina zelba site apostoli, osven sv. apostol Toma na oblaci bile doneseni pred smrtta kaj Bogorodica. Sv. Toma tri dena podocna doagajki na grobot na Presveta Bogorodica ne go nasol teloto vo grobnicata. Bogorodica im se javila na apostolite vecerta im rekla da se raduvaat budejki taa ke bide so niv vecno. Presveta Bogorodica e pokrovitelka na sv. Gora koja se narekuva Gradina na Presveta Bogorodica a tamu devstveno ziveat i se podvizuvaat bogoljubivi monasi. Bogorodica e zastitnicka i na sekoja majka i sekoja hristijanska dusa koja ja povikuva nea za pomosnicka i zastitnicka. Po molitvite na Presveta Bogorodica Gospodi Isuse Hriste spasi i pomiluj 💒☦️⛪️

Today, we commemorate the Feast of the Assumption of the Mother of God, Mary. During the Crucifixion, Christ entrusted Saint John the Theologian with the care of His Mother, Mary. She resided in Jerusalem and provided assistance to all the Apostles. Her soul was received by God when she was over 60 years of age. She passed away peacefully, and on the icons depicting this feast, Christ is shown receiving the soul of His Mother, with all the Apostles, except Saint Thomas, depicted on clouds surrounding the Mother of God. Indeed, it was her final wish to see all the Apostles before her departure from this world. Saint Thomas, arriving on the third day, desired to visit her graveside but did not find her body. That evening, Mary appeared to the Apostles, stating, "Rejoice, I shall be with you always." Mary is regarded as the patroness of many mothers and Christians of good will; she extends her protection over Mount Athos, where numerous monastics lead a spiritual and ascetic life. Through the intercessions of the Mother of God, Mary, may Lord Jesus Christ save us. 💒☦️⛪️

26/08/2026

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25/08/2026

Pocituvani Vernici vo Petok 28.08.2026 na praznikot na Uspenie na Presveta Bogorodica sveta Liturgija so pocetok 8.30 am.

Dear parishioners, on Friday, August 28.08. 2026, we will observe the feast day of the Dormition of the Mother of God. The Divine Liturgy is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.

25/08/2026

Pocituvani Vernici od 14.09.2026 povtorno pocnuvame so Bibliski casovi i razgovori za Pravoslavnata vera za Vozrasni luge na Makedonski i Angliski jazik. Casovite ke pocnuvaat vo 7pm sekoj vtor Ponedelnik i ke zavrshuvaat vo 8pm. Temite za slednoto predavanje ke se postavuvaat na krajot na sekoj cas.
To our esteemed parishioners, we are pleased to announce the resumption of our Biblical classes and Spiritual talks concerning our Orthodox faith, commencing on September 14th of September in Macedonian and English. These classes are specifically designed for adults and will be held fortnightly from 7 PM to 8 PM. A new topic will be selected at the conclusion of each session.

23/08/2026

12 Nedela po Pedesetnica. Gospodi sto treba da napravam da imam zivot vecen? Ova e prashanjeto na eden mlad covek kon Hrista Spasitelot, prasanje koe e tipicno i za sekoj od nas. Ocekuval da mu kaze Hristos, napravi go toa edno neshto i ke se spasish. No, Hristos odgovoril deka spasenieto zavisi od mnogu raboti, odnosno od ispolnuvanjeto nasvetite Bozji zapovedi. Mladicot se pofalil deka seto toa go ispolnil, a Hristis na toa dodal, togash prodadi se, razdeli na siromasi i trgni po mene, i ke se spasish. Mladicot se nazalil oti bil Bogat i zaminal. Grev li e da si bogat? Zosto veli Hristos macno e bogatiot da vleze vo Carstvo Bozjo. Macno, no ne nemozno, ako bogatstvoto go smetame za sredstvo preku koe ke pomagame i na onie koi nemaat, togash bogatsvoto e opravdano, ako bogatstvoto e cel na nashiot zivot a ne sredstvo, togash navistina tesko ke bide na takviot bogat covek da vleze vo Carstvo Bozjo. No ona sto e nemozno za lugeto, mozno e za Boga celi Hristos, pa taka nadezta nasha neka bide sekogash svrtena kon golemata Milost Bozja. Po molitvite na Bogorodica, Gospodi Isuse Hriste spasi i pomiluj ⛪☦💒

On the twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, the Gospel reading for today focuses on the narrative of the rich young man who approached Christ, seeking guidance on how to attain salvation. He seemingly anticipated a singular directive, believing its fulfillment would secure his salvation, but this was not the case. Christ responded by emphasizing that salvation is contingent upon our adherence to God's commandments. The young man asserted that he had observed all the commandments since his youth. Following this, Christ offered a suggestion: "Go, sell everything and give it to the poor, and come, follow me; then you will have treasure in heaven." The young man, being wealthy, was unprepared to undertake such an action, which caused him sadness, and he subsequently departed.

Is it considered a sin to possess wealth? Why did Christ state that it is challenging or intricate for a wealthy individual to enter the Kingdom of Heaven? It becomes difficult, or even impossible, if a wealthy person regards their riches as the ultimate objective in life, rather than as a means or instrument through which salvation can be achieved. If we utilise our wealth judiciously and assist those in need, we can justify our prosperity, as we are employing it appropriately. Therefore, what is impossible for humanity is possible for God, making faith and hope in God's mercy crucial for our salvation. Through the intercession of the Mother of God, Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy and save us.💒☦⛪