The Circumcision of Christ
[January 1]
ALMIGHTY God, who madest thy blessed Son to be circumcised, and obedient to the law for man; Grant us the true circumcision of the Spirit; that, our hearts, and all our members, being mortified from all worldly and carnal lusts, we may in all things obey thy blessed will; through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Source: Sacramentary of Bishop Gregory of Rome [ca 600AD]. Circumcision was required eight days after birth. Some now call this day "The Holy Name". New Year's Day is of pagan origin, and this day was at a fast day as early as the 6th century. It is based on Romans ii. 29, Collosians iii. 5, and Titus ii. 12
Philippians ii. 9. St. Luke ii. 15
Homilies
"his name was called JESUS"
Announcements for the week beginning 1 Jan 06
Feasts, Memorials, and Fasts
Sacramentum of the Order - January 3rd
All centurions are invited to reaffirm the Vow of the Order on this day as was custom in the Legions
Theagenes, Legionary of Parium - January 3rd
Gordias, Centurion, Martyr, Lincinius -- 3 Jan [307-324]
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IN HOC SIGNO VINCES - TIME DEUM ET OPERARE IUSTITIAM
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