John Damascene

Saints Joachim and Ann – John Damascene

St. John Damascene extolls Sts. Joachim & Ann, parents of Mary, grandparents of Jesus. They have been honored at least since the 2nd century and their feast is July 26. ...

21 July, 2024 / 0 Comments

John Damascene Damascus dormition bodily assumption of Virgin Mary heaven assumed falling asleep August 15

Ancient Homily on Mary’s Dormition & Assumption – John Damascene

John Damascene, early Church Father, on the Dormition and bodily Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the end of her earthly life. This homily is cited by Pope Pius XII in his definition of the Assumption as a Dogma of faith....

15 August, 2019 / 1 Comment