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Pokrovskaya Parental Saturday: It is better to restrain tears and bitterness - how to properly commemorate the dead
The Feast of the Protection of the Holy Mother of God is an important day that must not be forgotten.
Intercessory Prayer 2024 Parents Saturday was October 12th.
On this day, it is important to remember those who have passed away. It is not necessary to visit the church on Pokrovskaya Saturday, but it is recommended to do so. At the funeral, you can send a note with the name of the deceased in advance so that you can mention their name in prayers. It is also customary to bring food to the church for blessing and distribute it to those in need or put it on the table for the funeral service.
After or instead of the service, many people go to the cemetery to visit the graves of their loved ones. There you can pray for the repose of your soul and ask God to protect your loved ones. Many people clean the graves and leave candles as a sign of respect and remembrance of the deceased.
Funerals on Pokrovskaya Saturday are a simple family dinner. Those gathered can pray for the deceased and remember them with kind words. However, it is important that the table be festive, not festive. Therefore, you should choose modest food and carry kutia.
What you can and cannot do on Intercessory Saturday: • You should refrain from tears and grief over the deceased. This does not help them in any way, but only upsets the living. It is best to remember the best in the loved one you are grieving for. • Donating and helping those in need is the best thing you can do in memory of your loved one. It is important to do this sincerely, and not just because it is “habitual”. • The Church condemns quarrels, foul language and evil thoughts directed against anyone. It is very important to maintain a peaceful and calm atmosphere.