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06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Here's something that might be interesting for your ByziKids during the Apostles Fast.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lw_I4SyJB8gkxOUuxLHf7JmdlH-Zqbds/view?usp=drivesdk

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Gospel of the Day (Mark 12,13-17)

Some Pharisees and Herodians were sent to Jesus to ensnare him in his speech.
They came and said to him, "Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you are not concerned with anyone's opinion. You do not regard a person's status but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not? Should we pay or should we not pay?"
Knowing their hypocrisy he said to them, "Why are you testing me? Bring me a denarius to look at."
They brought one to him and he said to them, "Whose image and inscription is this?" They replied to him, "Caesar's."
So Jesus said to them, "Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God." They were utterly amazed at him.

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/word-of-the-day/2026/06/02.html

06/02/2026

Martyr Justin the Philosopher and those with him at Rome

06/02/2026

The Apostle's Fast, observed from May 31 to June 29, is a time of reflection and preparation leading to the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (June 29). These great apostles spread the Gospel with unwavering faith—Peter, the "rock" of the Church, and Paul, a former persecutor turned devoted evangelist. Their legacy calls us to deeper prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, strengthening our faith as we embrace their teachings.

This month’s ByziKids insert features “A Prayerful Walk through the Apostles Fast 2026,” a beautifully illustrated guide that leads families through the fast. Each step along the path highlights a specific intention—inviting children to pray for bishops, priests, monastics, parents, missionaries, and all who serve the Church.

Traditionally, a strict fast is observed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays of this fast. Confession is also customary, as all fasting periods serve to spiritually prepare us for the Feast. May this season inspire us to follow in the footsteps of these holy apostles! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CEOxA5ieLJtontKj98fwpUj__8tXQkKn/view

06/01/2026

From a small mining town in northern Minnesota to the cathedra of the Metropolitan Church of Pittsburgh, Archbishop William Skurla has devoted his life to se...

06/01/2026

A very Happy Birthday to Metropolitan Archbishop Skurla! Mnohija l’ita!