On January 7, Christmas is celebrated ... According to the Orthodox canons, believers should offer prayers glorifying Jesus Christ. In the folk tradition, Christmastide has always been a time ...

church leaders are carrying out their traditions without the festivities as Israel's assault on Gaza continues. Greek Orthodox Priest Issa Thaljieh says this has not been a joyful Christmas in ...

Traditions persist Many Orthodox Christians maintain particular traditions for Christmas Eve on Jan. 6, including a special meatless evening dinner that features particular ingredients and dishes.

Archbishop Elpidophoros, who leads the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America visited New Orleans Friday, bringing a message ...

Tribune-Review Friday, Jan. 11, 2019 9:13 a.m. | Friday, Jan. 11, 2019 9:13 a.m. Worshipers gathered at St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church in Monroeville to ...

According to traditions ... is known as Merelots. Christmas is no exception and people will visit the graves of loved ones while priests offer prayers. The Greek Orthodox Church also celebrates ...