Greek Orthodox Easter is the conclusion of Greek Orthodox's "Great Lent," a strict 40-day period of fasting. Great Lent ends on Lazarus Saturday, which is when Orthodox Christians believe Jesus ...

In Eastern Orthodox Christianity, the preparations begin with Great Lent, 40 days of reflection and fasting, which starts on Clean Monday and ends on Lazarus Saturday.

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Millions of Orthodox Christians across Eastern and Southern Europe, the Middle East and elsewhere in the world, have celebrated Easter, capping weeklong religious celebrations.

Easter is coming in Greece, and in Greek culture and Greek churches, as well as other Orthodox denominations across America, similar work was taking place on this Good Friday, in anticipation of ...

Orthodox Easter is honored by Orthodox Christians, and is officially observed in Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Lebanon, Republic of Macedonia, Romania, Russia, and Ukraine.

Growing up Greek American, the question, "when is Orthodox Easter this year?" always popped up once the warmer weather rolled around. I always looked forward to the traditions and food that came ...

In Greece, where Orthodox is the main sect, the holiday is always celebrated after Passover and tends to occur a little bit later in spring. (This year, Greek Orthodox Easter falls on May 5.) ...

ATHENS, GREECE - For Orthodox Christians, one of the most stirring images of the Easter season is a burning candle being carried from the site in Jerusalem where tradition says Jesus was crucified ...

Greek Orthodox Christians get anointed with holy oil at Holy Unction On the Wednesday before Easter, Greek Orthodox Christians can become anointed with holy oil during what's called the Holy ...

For over 60 years, the Holy Week Easter Book has been the single most important of Greek Orthodox Easter Services. Expertly and authentically presented in both Greek and English languages.” ...