People stand in line to kiss an icon during the celebration of Orthodox Easter at Cross Lower Church of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Kharkiv, Ukraine, 20.04.2025 ...

Urbi et orbi” means “To the city [of Rome] and to the world.” It is a special apostolic blessing given by the pope every year ...

The scent of herbs and flowers filled St. Elias the Prophet Orthodox Church on Saturday morning as the priest scattered roses and bay leaves throughout the sanctuary. The church’s youngest congregants ...

Cakes and Easter eggs for blessing are displayed during an Orthodox Easter ceremony at the Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit ...

The timing of the holiday varies from year to year. This year, Easter and Eastern Orthodox Easter fall on the same date, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Easter marks the celebration of Jesus ...

This Sunday holds a special significance across the Christian world, including Greece, as believers celebrate Palm Sunday ...

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