Daily Readings + 2018 Latvian-English Texts

For the Fourth year this Calendar is being prepared electronically, it is hoped that it will be used as the daily reading.  It is intended for all Latvian families, in Latvia or those who live abroad from Latvia. It is dedicated as a source for reflection and a strength for the whole family, independent of the language that family members speak, whether Latvian or English. 

In this calendar, both clergy and laymen will find Sunday and feast day liturgies  (which have been prepared by V. Kolms. These versions are the same as the prepublished edition). 

This calendar has been prepared in coordination with the LELB Church and its Archbishop Jānis Vanags.  As well as with Dr. Gundars Ceipe, who represents the Church of Brethren in Latvia, and has his given permission to reprint his congregation’s chosen readings for the year 2018. 

A “Thank you” to  Dr. Valdis Tēraudkalns  for permitting the use of the latest translated Bible texts. As well as a “Thank you” to the Lockman Foundation for permitting the use of the New American Standard Bible text.

Continuing the tradition, the Calendar contains information on cultural history, which is associated with the formation of Latvian statehood. This time in collaboration with Agris Dzenis Mag. hist. - published a series of articles on twelve families - their efforts to lay foundation for independence and with that foundation of Latvia. Those families are Jūrdžu  - Andrivs Jūrdžs; Brīvzemnieku - Fricis Brīvzemnieks; Dinsberģu; Kempju; Vatsonu; Rancānu; Voldemāru; Mīlenbahu; Baronu; Miglinīku; Trasūnu. And also include article about last Livonian families who lived within and around city of Cēsis and their effort to gain independence. Those families where part of different upbringing, political and religious viewpoints, though with the dream of the independent Latvia which become reality through their work and mentorship.

In the Calendar you will find interesting tidbits, as they relate to the historic happenings in Latvia, as well as their connections with the Church and history.

Wishing all who read this book, God’ s presence and a blessed 2018 year!