On January 20 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Agios Euthymius the…
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The largest and probably the most famous church on the island is located in the capital of Zakynthos. The church of St. Dionysus, the patron saint of Zakynthos, together with the tall white bell tower, forms a beautiful landmark of the harbour. The current appearance of the church dates back to the mid-20th century.
On December 17, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Agios Dionysios, the Patron Saint of Zakynthos and Saint of forgiveness.
On December 15, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Eleftherios, a significant figure in early Christianity. He was a Roman boy who became a deacon at the age of 15 and a bishop at 20, known for his exceptional intellect and early development in the Christian faith. Eleftherios is honored as a patron saint of expectant mothers and childbirth, and his life exemplifies the dedication and courage of early Christians in the face of persecution.
On December 12 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Spyridonas the Wonderworker, who is the Protector of poor people and the Patron Saint of the island of Kerkyra.
Celebrate the life and faith of Agia Barbara the Great Martyr, one of the 14 Holy Helpers in Greek Orthodoxy. Known as the patron saint of firemen, miners, and those facing danger, her story of courage and devotion is remembered every December 4.
Agios Andreas in Patras is the largest Church in Greece and accommodates around 7,000 worshippers.…
The Feast of the Entrance into the Temple of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary is celebrated on November 21 each year. The Feast commemorates when as a young child, the Virgin Mary entered the Temple in Jerusalem.
November 8 is the largest religious celebration on Symi island- the Feast day of the…
On the 1st of November, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios…
October 26 is the Feast Day of Agios Dimitrios, who was born in Thessaloniki, in…
The Patron Saint of Kefalonia, Agios Gerasimos, has long been a source of comfort and spiritual strength for both locals and pilgrims who travel to the island each year to receive his blessing.
On October 18 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Holy Apostle…
Feast Day of Agia Sophia and her daughters Pisti, Elpida and Agapi On September…
On September 16, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of St Euphemia the Great Martyr.
On September 5, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Holy Prophet Zachariah and the Righteous Elizabeth, who were the parents of the Holy Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist of the Lord, John.
Greeks worldwide celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin Mary today, next to Easter, which is the most sacred and most celebrated feast day of the Orthodox calendar.
On August 8, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Emilian, Bishop of Cyzikus.
On July 27, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Panteleimon. The…
On July 20 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Prophet Elias. The Holy Prophet Elijah is…
On July 8, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Procopius.
Saint Bartholomew was one of the Twelve Apostles and had Galilee as his homeland; this…
Today is the Feast Day of Agios Georgios, a great and glorious Martyr of Christ,…
Martyrs Raphael, Nicholas and Irene suffered martyrdom by the Turks on the island of Lesvos, Greece, on Bright Tuesday (April 9, 1463) after the fall of Constantinople.
The holy, glorious Martyr Haralambos lived at the time of Emperor Septimus Severus (194-211) in…
On February 5, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agia Agathi, who…
On January 20 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Agios Euthymius the…
The largest and probably the most famous church on the island is located in the capital of Zakynthos. The church of St. Dionysus, the patron saint of Zakynthos, together with the tall white bell tower, forms a beautiful landmark of the harbour. The current appearance of the church dates back to the mid-20th century.
On December 17, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Agios Dionysios, the Patron Saint of Zakynthos and Saint of forgiveness.
On December 15, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of Agios Eleftherios. When…
