Royalton church to host ascension services Thursday – The Southern

ROYALTON A church whose tradition closely follows some Biblical teachings will celebrate Jesus' ascension and invites the community to join them at services that begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 25.

The teaching is that 40 days after he is believed to have risen from the dead, Jesus Christ then "ascended," into the heavens, to be with his father, God.

The Holy Ascension of Our Lord will be celebrated at The Protection of the Holy Virgin Mary Church, at112 N Fairdale St.n Royalton. A potluck will follow the divine liturgy; those who attend are asked to bring a dish to share.

Archpriest Frederick Janeek, rector for the church,will lead the services at the Protection of the Holy Virgin Mary Church in Royalton.

He said Thursday night's service is like the liturgy presented each Sunday at the church, but that those who are not familiar with the tradition might want to see what a service looks like. He said is is like the Eastern Orthodox services, older and more elaborate than services from other Christian religions.

"Many of the people here have never seen that worship service," he said. "All the Orthodox churches around the world have done that for 1,600 years."

He joined the church in January 2015 and recently celebated his third Easter at the church. About 30 people attend the Sunday services; the church will celebrate its 103rd anniversary in October.

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