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Feast Day of Holy Martyr Christopher of Lycea

Feast Day of Holy Martyr Christopher of Lycea

On May 9 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Holy Martyr Christopher of Lycea, who is also…

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Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene of Lesvos

The holy, glorious and right-victorious Martyrs Raphael, Nicholas and Irene suffered martyrdom by the Turks on the island of Lesvos,…

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The Church's Influence in Greek Politics: A Complex Landscape

The enduring influence of the Church in Greek politics remains a topic of debate and scrutiny, deeply intertwined with the…

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Feast Day of Agios Georgios, the Great Martyr and Triumphant

Today is the Feast Day of Agios Georgios, a great and glorious Martyr of Christ, born of a father from…

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Greek policeman detained in Jerusalem released

A Greek policeman who had been detained by Israeli authorities in Jerusalem was released late on Saturday through the intervention…

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Easter Service at Moscow's Christ the Savior Cathedral

A grand congregation, including President Vladimir Putin, gathered at Moscow's iconic Christ the Savior Cathedral for an Easter service in…

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The Akathist Hymn chanted every Friday of Great Lent

The Akathist Hymn is a profound, devotional poem or chant that praises the Holy Mother and Ever-Virgin Mary (Theotokos). The…

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Great and Holy Saturday

On Great and Holy Saturday the Orthodox Church commemorates the burial of Christ and His descent into Hades. It is…

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A Sign of Respect: The Evzone's Salute to the Epitaphios

Good Friday in Greece: The Evzone's Salute to the Epitaphios

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How to Make and Decorate Your Own Epitaphio (VIDEO)

Watch our short video of how to build your own Epitaphio.

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Great and Holy Friday

On Great and Holy Friday the Orthodox Church commemorates the death of Christ on the Cross. "Today He who hung…

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Orthodox Holy Tuesday

On Holy Tuesday, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Holy Gospel.

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Holy Monday

Today is Holy Monday and for each of the first three days of Holy Week, there is a general theme.…

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The Saturday of Lazarus

On the Saturday before Holy Week, the Orthodox Church commemorates a major feast of the year, the miracle of our…

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Feast Day of Saint George, the great Martyr is celebrated on Easter Monday

Saint George the Great Martyr and Triumphant is celebrated on May 6, 2024 this year. The day is usually celebrated on…

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Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Restricts Easter Celebrations in Jerusalem

In a somber announcement, the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem has decided to limit Easter celebrations to religious rituals due…

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Sydney Bishop Recovering After Stabbing, Offers Forgiveness

An Assyrian bishop in Sydney was stabbed during a church service. The bishop, Mar Mari Emmanuel, said in a social…

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The Akathist Hymn chanted every Friday of Great Lent

The Akathist Hymn is a profound, devotional poem or chant, which sings the praises of the Holy Mother and Ever-Virgin…

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The Anisa bronze tablet proves that Greek was used in Anatolia 2,000 years ago

The 2000 year old Anisa Plate shows that Greek was spoken in Anatolia at that time

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Tourism Provides Third of Greek GDP and Most Jobs

Tourism is a vital part of the Greek economy, accounting for one in three euros earned each year. A recent…

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