February 28, 2026: First Saturday of Lent: The Commemoration of the Miracle of Kollyva wrought by Saint Theodore the Tyro![]()
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Julian the Apostate, knowing that the Christians purify themselves by fasting most of all during the first week of the Fast — which is why we call it Clean Week — planned to defile them especially at that time. Therefore he secretly commanded that during those days the markets be filled with foods that had been defiled with the blood of animals offered in sacrifice to idols. But by divine command the Martyr Theodore (see Feb. 17) appeared during sleep to Eudoxius, then Archbishop of Constantinople. The Saint revealed to him the tyrant’s plan, then told him to call the faithful together immediately on Monday morning and prevent them from purchasing those foods, but rather to make kollyva to supply their needs. The bishop asked what kollyva might be, and the Saint answered, “Kollyva is what we call boiled wheat in Euchaita.” Thus, the purpose of the Apostate was brought to nought, and the pious people who were preserved undefiled for the whole of Clean Week, rendered thanks to the Martyr on this Saturday, and celebrated his commemoration with kollyva. These things took place in 362. Wherefore, the Church keeps this commemoration each year to the glory of God and the honour of the Martyr.
We are grateful to welcome @messagesfrommymonk at Prophet Elias Church in Mississauga for Holy Lent confessions! ![]()
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March 10, 2026 from 10am - 2pm![]()
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**This is NOT by appointment as it is first come, first serve. Please be patient and prepared to wait**![]()
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Many blessings to all for Holy Lent 🙏🏼☦️
🔥 OPEN TO ALL – FREE DANCE SEMINAR 🔥![]()
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The Greek Orthodox Community of Mississauga is proud to support keeping our Greek heritage alive through dance and tradition 🇬🇷![]()
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Join us on March 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM![]()
📍 1385 Warden Ave, Scarborough![]()
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All the way from Kalamata, Greece 🇬🇷![]()
LYKEO TON ELINIDON![]()
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Featuring Dance Director![]()
Agesilaos Tsakalakos![]()
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This is a rare and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from one of Greece’s most respected cultural institutions.![]()
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🙏 A very big thank you to the Greek Community of Toronto for graciously providing space at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church for this special evening.![]()
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Space is limited. Arrive early. ![]()
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Please register HERE: forms.gle/yz5AnVZKtNTc311J7 or DM @panmessinian.to for more info! ![]()
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OPA!! 💙🇬🇷🕺💃
✨ MISSISSAUGA HELLENIC ACADEMY FUNDRAISER RAFFLE✨![]()
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This is something you will NOT want to miss out on! ![]()
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The Mississauga Hellenic Academy is launching a raffle fundraiser for a FREE 5 day, 4 night stay at an Air B&B on the beautiful island of Paros, Greece!!! 🇬🇷😍![]()
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To purchase your tickets for this fundraiser, please visit www.prophetelias.ca under “Store”. Draw will take place on June 13, 2026. See poster for more info. ![]()
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All proceeds will go to supporting the Mississauga Hellenic Academy. ![]()
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Special thank you to Blue and White View for their generous donation!! www.blueandwhiteview.com ![]()
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Good Luck Everyone! 💙🇬🇷
This Sunday, The Sunday Of Orthodoxy![]()
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This upcoming Sunday, the first Sunday in Great Lent, is dedicated to the holy icons. It is called the Sunday of Orthodoxy and we do a beautiful procession around the church at the end of liturgy with all the Sunday School kids. We encourage you to bring your favorite icon from home to hold and if you don’t have one, the church will provide one to you. We stronggly encourage you to attend this week’s service and Sunday School as we want to get great lent off on the right foot! Looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday! 🙏🏼☦️
