HOLY OIL & INCENSE
Throughout the ages, oil has been usedfor different Purposes. It is commonly known that oil is a substance that is absorbed by Penetratng the skin. It was used as in sacred rites in the ancient Roman civilization and in other civilizations and cultures, and by kings mostly, althoughPriests had the exclusive use before it was extended to the use Q/ kings. The traditionalPurpose ofoil teas to anoint, consecrate, and to make "holy". It has been used throughout Christianity, and we see its use in all the scriptures, both in the Old and New Testaments, and has been used conjoined with the relics ofthe Saints. The use of oil is an ongoing tradition that has been upheld in the Eastern Church and continues until this day. It was spoken of by Jesus in the Parable of the Good Samaritan as a methodfor curing, while Christian tradition made similar use by using the oil that was blessed tvith the relics the saints for healing. St Charbel is no exception to this ancient tradition: the monks Q/ the monastery ?fSt Maroun Annaya are still blessing the oil by means of the relics of St Charbel and distributing it to the faitl!ful who Petition the Saintfor mimcles,
SAINT CHARBEL'S DAY
We celebrate Saint Charbel's day every 22nd of the month at Our Lady of Lebanon -UK, Address: 337 Harrow Road, London, W9 3RB
A DAY OF DEDICATION FOR
SAINT CHARBEL
St Charbel’s Day is a reflection of the prayer group in Lebanon, meeting every 22nd of the month, Adoration of the Eucharist, procession of St Charbel Relics, discussing different topics in order to gain a deeper understanding of our faith. The Church never closed its doors on this particular day hence our priests organised prayers and Mass for the 22nd of every month in our church.
Saint Charbel's Day Schedule:
17:30 - Adoration of the Eucharist
Rosary ( prayers are recited
in Arabic, English and Polish)
18:30 - Office Divine
(prayers recited in English)
19:00 - Mass and Procession with Saint
Charbel's Relics
20:00 - Individuals blessings with the
Saint Relic
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