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2 days ago · The English word Christmas is a shortened form of 'Christ's Mass'. The word is recorded as Crīstesmæsse in 1038 and Cristes-messe in 1131. Crīst (genitive Crīstes) is from the Greek Χριστός (Khrīstos, 'Christ'), a translation of the Hebrew מָשִׁיחַ (Māšîaḥ, 'Messiah'), meaning 'anointed'; and mæsse is from the Latin missa, the celebration of the Eucharist.
5 days ago · On Bright Tuesday, May 7, the third day of Christ’s Glorious Resurrection, Metropolitan Nicholas of Eastern America & New York paid an archpastoral visit to St. George Church in Howell, NJ. The visit of the First Hierarch of the Russian Church Abroad was timed to coincide with the parish’s patronal feast.
May 8, 2024 · May 08, 2024 7 min read. Exploring the rich tapestry of Orthodox customs during the Christmas season in Greece reveals a unique blend of ancient rituals and modern festivities.
May 10, 2024 · Damaged in war, a vibrant church in Ukraine rises as a symbol of the country's faith and culture. Eastern Orthodoxy, one of the three major doctrinal and jurisdictional groups of Christianity. It is characterized by its continuity with the apostolic church, its liturgy, and its territorial churches. Its adherents live mainly in the Balkans, the ...
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5 days ago · 🌟Celebrate the holy occasion of baptism with our elegant Religious Jewelry Christian Eastern IC NC NIKA Orthodox Cross Necklace. Crafted from sterling silver, this timeless piece is much more than an accessory; It is a perfect christening gift as it is a symbol of devotion and
May 10, 2024 · The liturgical schedule at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church follows this calendar as well. iPhone and Android apps are also available if you want to view the readings directly on your handheld device. Visit the Holy Trinity website for more details. Thursday May 23, 2024 / May 10, 2024. Third Week of Pascha.
May 5, 2024 · Maryn Liles. Updated: May 5, 2024. Orthodox Easter 2024 is officially here! How will you be celebrating? You can use these Easter messages in greeting cards, emails or even a text message...
