The Divine Liturgy is the “Sacrament of the Church,” the central mystical action where the community of believers is gathered by God to experience His eternal kingdom. It is described as “Heaven on Earth” because it transcends time and space, joining the earthly “Church Militant” with the heavenly “Church Triumphant.” The faithful do not merely remember historical events; they participate in the Risen Christ’s life through the Holy Spirit.
The Liturgy at St. Nicholas is primarily that of St. John Chrysostom, celebrated on most Sundays. The longer Liturgy of St. Basil the Great is reserved for specific times such as Great Lent and certain feast days. Regardless of the form, the Liturgy is always resurrectional in spirit, manifesting the joy of the Risen Lord.