eastern Orthodox

From Χριστός to Xmas: How Greek Letters Shaped a Beloved Holiday Tradition

Have you ever stumbled upon a decoration or sign sporting "Xmas" instead of "Christmas" and pondered the reason behind it?…

4 weeks ago

Monastery of Panagia of Vlachernas: Celebrating the Nativity of the Virgin Mary

Nestled in the scenic village of Kato Panagia, the Monastery of Panagia of Vlachernas stands as a testament to the…

5 months ago

Firewalking Ritual in Northern Greece Blends Faith and Tradition

In the village of Mavrolefki, northern Greece, locals gather at a small shrine, clutching icons of Greek Orthodox saints, and…

8 months ago

Fourth Sunday of Great Lent: Sunday of Saint John Climacus

On March 30 and on the Fourth Sunday of Holy Lent the Orthodox Church commemorates our Righteous Father John Climacus.…

9 months ago

Hagia Sophia's New Chapter: Tourists Face Fees and Limited Access in Historic Church

Istanbul's magnificent Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of centuries-long religious and cultural interplay, has reopened its…

12 months ago

From Χριστός to Xmas: How Greek Letters Shaped a Beloved Holiday Tradition

Have you ever stumbled upon a decoration or sign sporting "Xmas" instead of "Christmas" and pondered the reason behind it?…

1 year ago

Fasting what foods are allowed on Holy week

The most diligent believers have already begun to fast from the beginning of Lent, however, as Holy Week approaches, fasting…

2 years ago

Holy Fire 2021 ceremony at Church of Holy Sepulchre draws crowds in Jerusalem (Video)

With Jerusalem under lockdown last year's Holy Fire ceremony was held in the near-empty church that is worshipped by Christians…

4 years ago