Ash Wednesday Customs and Rites

Deacon Dulas was asked by Iggy Antiochus to write something regarding the customs of Ash Wednesday for his blog. Specifically to provide an ancient example of the Rite of Imposition of Ashes. For those interested in reading more on the customs of Ash Wednesday, and see the ancient rite, may do so by visiting Iggy's blog All For Hymn at http://allforhymn.blogspot.com/.

God be with you!

Deacon Dulas

The Presentation of Our Lord and the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Candlemas)

In honor of the Presentation of Our Lord and the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Candlemas), Deacon Dulas was asked to contribute to Iggy Antiochus' blog All For Hymn. For information on the history of this festival and to see some of the common rites associated with this festival, we encourage you to check out his blog at http://allforhymn.blogspot.com/

God be with you!

Deacon Dulas