{"id":7239,"date":"2024-07-24T09:38:49","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T09:38:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christianpure.com\/learn\/the-enduring-faith-of-st-charbel-thousands-celebrate-in-lebanon\/"},"modified":"2024-07-24T09:38:49","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T09:38:49","slug":"the-enduring-faith-of-st-charbel-thousands-celebrate-in-lebanon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christianpure.com\/nl\/learn\/the-enduring-faith-of-st-charbel-thousands-celebrate-in-lebanon\/","title":{"rendered":"Het blijvende geloof van St. Charbel: Duizenden vieren feest in Libanon"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n Thousands turned out for a Eucharistic procession followed by the holy liturgy at the St. Charbel Hermitage and the monastery of St. Maroun Annaya on July 22, 2024. \/ Credit: Marwan Semaan\/ACI MENA<\/span>\n<\/div>\n

ACI MENA, Jul 24, 2024 \/ 04:00 am (CNA).<\/p>\n

On July 22, the historic St. Maroun Monastery in Annaya, Lebanon, became a gathering place for Catholics as hundreds of pilgrims \u2014 Lebanese and expatriates \u2014 flocked to the monastery, filling the roads leading to Annaya at sunrise. <\/p>\n

This outpouring of faith culminated in a Eucharistic procession \u2014 the highlight of a three-day celebration honoring St. Charbel Makhlouf, whose feast is celebrated July 24 in the Latin Church but on the third Sunday of July in the Maronite Church.<\/p>\n

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A drone shot from the Eucharistic procession leading to the St. Charbel Hermitage Site and the monastery of St. Maroun Annaya, where Mass was then celebrated on July 22, 2024. Credit: Father Chadi Bechara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

St. Charbel, a revered saint in the Maronite Catholic Church, was known for his deep dedication to the Eucharist.\u00a0This devotion resonated deeply with the faithful who participated in the procession. Many pilgrims speak of life-changing experiences after spending time in prayer at the monastery for the feast of St. Charbel year after year.<\/p>\n

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A drone shot from the Eucharistic procession leading to the St. Charbel Hermitage Site and the monastery of St. Maroun Annaya, where Mass was then celebrated on July 22, 2024. Credit: Father Chadi Bechara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Special night of vigil<\/h2>\n

In a unique gesture every year on the eve of St. Charbel\u2019s feast day, the Lebanese Maronite Order allows pilgrims to spend the night of July 21 in prayer within the monastery, culminating with a vigil before St. Charbel\u2019s tomb. This marks a significant departure from the monastery\u2019s usual practice, which strictly forbids sleepovers for the faithful throughout the year.<\/p>\n

This special permission underscores the extraordinary significance of St. Charbel\u2019s feast day, which falls around the time of a unique date \u2014 the anniversary of his July 23 priestly ordination. <\/p>\n

\u201cUnlike most saints who are celebrated on the day they died,\u201d explained Father Hadi Mahfouz, superior general of the Lebanese Maronite Order, \u201cSt. Charbel\u2019s feast day marks the anniversary of the day he committed his life to serving God as a priest.\u201d <\/p>\n

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Thousands of pilgrims participated in a Eucharistic procession and the holy liturgy at St. Charbel Hermitage and the monastery of St. Maroun Annaya on July 22, 2024. Credit: Marwan Semaan\/ACI MENA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This choice of date reflects the profound impact his ordination had on the lives of the faithful who were keen to keep the tradition and honor him on this day.<\/p>\n

During his sermon following the procession, Mahfouz implored the faithful: \u201cLearn how to pray from St. Charbel. True prayer goes beyond what your lips utter. True prayer relies on inviting God into your life.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Following a Eucharistic procession, the holy liturgy was celebrated at the St. Charbel Hermitage and the monastery of St. Maroun Annaya on July 22, 2024. Credit: Marwan Semaan\/ACI MENA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A legacy beyond celebrations<\/h2>\n

The monastery offers visitors a chance to delve deeper into St. Charbel\u2019s life through its museum. There, artifacts tell stories of the 19th century. From the simple utensils the saint used daily to the priestly garments he wore, each piece offers a window into his humble and dedicated life.<\/p>\n

Another section of the museum displays a collection of letters \u2014 heartfelt messages of thanks from people who were healed through St. Charbel\u2019s intercession. <\/p>\n

These letters from around the world stand as a testament to the enduring power of St. Charbel\u2019s legacy, one that transcends both time and geographical boundaries.\u00a0 His life and unwavering faith continue to inspire generations, serving as a beacon of hope for many.<\/p>\n

Dit verhaal <\/em>werd voor het eerst gepubliceerd<\/em><\/a> by ACI Mena, CNA\u2019s Arabic-language news partner. It has been translated and adapted by CNA.<\/em><\/p>\n

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