ROME-RUTHENIA 1 January 2025 (NRom)
His Apostolic Highness Prince-Bishop Rutherford I celebrated the solemn Divine Liturgy according to the Gallo-Russo-Byzantine Rite of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church for the Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, marking the beginning of the new year with prayer, reflection, and thanksgiving. The Feast of the Presentation, also known as the Feast of the Circumcision of Christ, commemorates the moment when the infant Christ was brought to the temple in Jerusalem, fulfilling Jewish law. This feast recalls the words of the prophet Simeon, who proclaimed Jesus as "a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel" (Luke 2:32).
“The Presentation of Christ reminds us that in every generation, the light of God enters the darkness and calls us to reflect that light in the world,” said the Prince-Bishop. “As we begin a new year, let us recommit ourselves to lives of service, humility, and faith, bringing hope to those in need and peace to those in conflict.” He then called for divine guidance for all people and nations, urging all people of goodwill to embrace the light of Christ and live with courage, compassion, and humanity in 2025.
