Source: St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary We are preparing to enter the fast before the Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God. St Symeon of Thessalonica writes that the Dormition Fast “was established in honor of the Mother of God the Word; who, foreknowing her repose, ascetically labored and fasted for us as always, although she was holy and immaculate and had no need for fasting.” St Vladimir’s Seminary invites you to join us in prayer, meditation, and fasting during this time. To help you along this journey, we would like to give you this gift. A…