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2 days ago

Why do 250 million Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7?

Many Orthodox and Coptic Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7 because they use the Julian calendar, which is 13 days behind the Gregorian calendar.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Drugs' found at NY seminary actually priceless relics of Brooklyn's Saint Raphael

"The people that found them didn't know what they were," said Father Michael Nasser of the seminary. "They weren't in a typical container."
New York City
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Sacred texts and 'little bells': The building blocks of Arvo Part's musical masterpieces

Arvo Pärt's tintinnabuli and Orthodox-informed compositions achieved global influence across concerts, film, and diverse artists, evoking profound spirituality and 'bright sadness'.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

Egypt vows to protect historic monastery amid land dispute DW 06/05/2025

Saint Catherine's Monastery's sovereignty is assured, despite concerns raised by a recent court ruling regarding land ownership.
London
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

Thousands gather for centuries-old Holy Fire ceremony in Jerusalem

The Holy Fire ceremony in Jerusalem unites Orthodox Christians through a miraculous flame, despite safety concerns and reduced attendance this year.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

How Orthodox Christians in Germany celebrate Easter DW 04/19/2025

Every time all Christians around the world celebrate Easter simultaneously, it awakens a deep longing in us, strengthening the will to continue on the path toward church unity.
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