Synaxarion of the Holy Martyr Alban, Protomartyr of Britain
Romano-British soldier who sheltered a Christian priest, embraced the faith, and was beheaded above Verulamium—the first martyr of Britain. Continue reading →
The Holy Martyr Alban, Protomartyr of Britain (†c.209–c.313)
Saint Alban, a Roman soldier of Verulamium, sheltered a Christian priest and accepted martyrdom in his place, becoming the Protomartyr of Britain. Continue reading →
Synaxarion of Our Holy Father Mewan, Abbot in Cornwall and Brittany
Disciple of Saint Samson, Mewan founded churches in Cornwall and Brittany bearing his name and is venerated for healing of the sick. Continue reading →
Synaxarion of the Finding of the Relics of Saint Milburga
On the twenty-fifth day of June, we commemorate the finding of the precious relics of our Venerable Mother Milburga, abbess of Wenlock, the wonder-worker. Continue reading →
Synaxarion of Our Holy Father Adolphus, Missionary Monk
Brother of Saint Botulph of East Anglia, Adolphus bore the Gospel across the sea to Belgium as a missionary monk in the seventh century. Continue reading →
The Parish of the 318 Holy Fathers has secured 45 burial spaces at Emstrey Cemetery, London Road, Shrewsbury — so that our community can rest together in one place, in graves marked with Orthodox memorial stones. If you would like to reserve a plot for yourself or your family, please get in touch. Continue reading →
We all come with gripes, don’t we. Wages. Car tax. War. Rumours of war which we started. Strimming on a hot day at work, which is probably worse than all of the above. We’ve all been there and wagered on
Christ is risen! Dear Beloved in the Lord On 24 May, we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the parish and our annual Patronal Festival. We will also celebrate Fr Stephen’s work as our parish priest, as he retired as Priest-in-Charge last September – Fr
Experience the profound tradition of the Epitaphios this Holy Friday as we adorn Christ's tomb with flowers and join in the moving funeral procession that is represents His victory over death. Join our parish in this beautiful and sacred observance where we lament at the tomb of our Lord before celebrating His glorious Resurrection. Please consider donating towards the flowers that will decorate our church's sepulchre. Continue reading →
