An island of salvation

Every day, early in the morning
Is the time for our chanting.
While a deep orange glow begins
To show on the eastern horizon,

And the orthodox church bell rings,
Piercing the morning silence,
We gather for this ocassion
In the church, as on an island of salvation.

The lightning of candles, procession,
The Holy Saints veneration,
We enter into this celebration
For our personal correction.

Away from the bustle of the world,
We are united through our belief in God.
Standing before the Royal Doors,
The serving priest intones:

“Blessed is our Lord Jesus Christ,
Always, now, and for all times !!!”
We receive from God the Grace,
Our souls need that sustenance.

Through the Holy Eucharist
We receive angelic peacefulness.
Blessed is our Lord Jesus Christ,
Always, now, and for all times !!!”