11/3/2019
Metropolitan Tryphon (Turkestanov)
Her parents asked her, “What happened to you?” “Didn't you see how the Queen of Heaven came out of that corner?” the girl replied.
Why does this saint of God enjoy such respect among all peoples? Because he embodies an expression of Christian love.
Thus again, at the onset of the fast, preparation, repentance, ascetic labors, the Cross of Christ is raised up before us; and this makes us remember ourselves, our souls, and its Christian purpose.
The Mother of God has mercy for sinners, too. But which ones?
