8th September - The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The day of the Nativity of the Mother of God is a day of universal joy, because through the Mother of God, the entire human race was renewed, and the sorrow of the first mother, Eve, was transformed into joy - Saint John Damascene.
Today the Virgin is born, tended and formed and prepared for her role as Mother of God, who is the universal King of the ages…. Therefore, let all creation sing and dance and unite to make worthy contribution to the celebration of this day…. Let everything, mundane things and those above, join in festive celebration. Today this created world is raised to the dignity of a holy place for Him who made all things. The creature is newly prepared to be a divine dwelling place for the Creator - Saint Andrew of Crete.
