In Eastern Christianity, First Saturday of Lent, which occurs during the first week of Lent, is also called "St. Theodore Saturday" (after a 4th-century martyr).
In Eastern Christian tradition, Lent refers to the 40 days leading up to the day that Jesus was resurrected.
Lent is intended to be a "workshop" where the character of each person is spiritually uplifted and strengthened and where their life is rededicated to the principles and ideals of the Gospel.
During this period, Christians are encouraged to engage in fasting and prayer, and to participate in "good works" such as charity and acts of compassion.
These activities are intended help you become a more spiritually awakened and dedicated person.
Traditionally, on this day a special canon is chanted to St. Theodore and then kolyva (boiled wheat with honey and raisins) is blessed and distributed to people.
