- Geronda, if something unexpected happens during the Divine Liturgy, can it be interrupted?
- The priest cannot interrupt the begun Divine Liturgy in the middle - no matter what happens. Even if a war breaks out, he must finish the Liturgy. He must complete the Liturgy, even if enemies approach the temple. The most he can do in such a case is to try to finish it quickly. But one must have confidence in God and not be afraid.
A servant of the Highest God should be distinguished by much attention, purity, and uncompromising attitude. Priests are higher than Angels. During the celebration of the Sacrament of the Divine Eucharist, the holy Angels cover their faces, while the priest performs this Sacrament.
St. Paisios the Athonite
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