Fr Luke Melackrinos is a Reputed Priest

Fr Luke Melackrinos is a well-known priest at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Hempstead, NY. He gives special emphasis on the "The Nativity Fast" to the people before celebrating Christmas Eve. He says that it may seem strange at first for you to try to fast before Christmas, especially when you are invited to the holiday parties on a regular basis. As per the teachings of the Orthodox Church, we should fast in preparation for Christ's Nativity according to the flesh. He believes that fasting is one of the easiest ways to stop un-necessary thoughts from recurring and to control the wandering mind.