In contrast, the dietary observances of Orthodox Great Lent, which began March 3, are very strict. The faithful prepare for Easter through rigorous fasting, fervent prayer, and almsgiving.

Awaken, Inspire, Transform,” taught by Patty Fitzsimmons and sponsored by the Transformation Center for Spirituality ...

COMMENTARY: The solemn sign of reverence and humility links Catholics with their Eastern Orthodox brethren by tapping into ...

Prayer and meditation service ... Divine liturgy: presented by the Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church at 9:30 a.m. in person at 1110 Highland Drive in Novato and on YouTube.

The Greek Orthodox Church of the Nativity announced that, due to the war’s brutality and the dire situation, festivities will be limited to prayers and essential religious rituals. On Holy Saturday, ...

The ceremony, led by His Holiness Abune Mathias I, patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, featured traditional prayers ... with grandeur at the Nativity Cathedral.

patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, featured traditional prayers, hymns, and centuries-old liturgical rituals. At the same time, the Ethiopian Catholic Church celebrated with grandeur ...

The main traditions of the holiday. On January 7, the bright holiday of the Nativity of Christ according to the Julian calendar is celebrated by believers of the Orthodox rite in a number of churches, ...

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – For those observing Orthodox Christmas, it's a time of self-reflection, prayer and healing. Kelly Urban is a reporter for The Tribune-Democrat. She can be reached at (814 ...

prayer and healing. Following the Julian calendar, some Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas 13 days later than those who use the Gregorian calendar. The Feast of the Nativity will be ...

It is a time for penance, reflection, fasting, and prayer. Greek Orthodox Christians worldwide observe a pre-Christmas preparation period. The Orthodox Church does not call it Advent. There is the ...