August 14-27, 2026: Assumption Fast (+calendar)translated

On August 14, with the feast of the Descent (carrying out) of the Fair Trees of the Life-giving Cross of the Lord, the Assumption fast begins.  The information and educational department of the UOC publishes material about fasting.  The Assumption fast is the preparation of Orthodox Christians for two twelfth feasts: the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Assumption of the Mother of God. The so-called twelve holidays are dogmatically closely connected with the events of the earthly life of the Lord Jesus Christ and READ MORE →