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Orthodox Calendar, March 24<\/h1>\n

Forefeast of the Annunciation<\/h2>\n

For spiritual preparedness of the faithful, all the Royal Feasts are preceded by a time of preparation, anticipation or introduction, called “Forefeast”.<\/p>\n

They also have a continuation of the feast period, called “Afterfeast”.<\/p>\n

Troparion \u2014 Tone 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Today is the prelude of universal joy; \/ let us keep the forefeast in gladness. \/ For, behold, Gabriel comes to the Virgin, \/ bringing her the good tidings: \/ Hail, O full of grace; the Lord is with thee.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/article>\n

St. Artemon (Menignus) the Bishop of Seleucia <\/strong><\/h2>\n

He was born and lived in Seleucia of Pisidia (Asia Minor).<\/p>\n

He was pious and virtuous, therefore when the holy Apostle Paul (June 29) came to Seleucia, he established Saint Artemon as the first bishop of this city, since he was the most worthy.<\/p>\n

Saint Artemon wisely nourished the flock entrusted to him and won glory as a comforter of the poor and oppressed. Saint Artemon died in great old age.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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