Orthodox Church

Orthodox religious calendar and traditions

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Latest: Orthodox traditions and holidays for November

The Orthodox religious calendar for late 2026 highlights various holidays, patron saint days known as krsna slava, and fasting periods. In October, significant dates include the Conception of Saint John the Baptist on

Theological commentaries on the Gospel of Luke

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Latest: Religious reflections on compassion and spiritual healing

Theological commentaries on the Gospel of Luke continue to explore themes of social and spiritual conduct. Initial reflections on Luke 6:20-26 focused on the Beatitudes and a divine reversal of worldly values, while subs

Orthodox Church religious commemorations

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Latest: Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Zenobius and Zenobia

In late September and throughout October, the Orthodox Church observes a continuous series of religious commemorations. Following the late September observances of Saint John of Vrachori, Prophet Jonah, Saint Phocas, and

Religious commemorations in Central and Eastern Europe

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Latest: Religious anniversaries observed in Romania and Moldova

Religious and cultural commemorations have continued across Hungary, Romania, and Moldova, focusing on historical landmarks and Orthodox traditions. Throughout September 2026, liturgical services and consecrations were f

Religious community activities in Romania

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Latest: Romanian Orthodox Church elects Nicodim Petre as Bishop of Bălți

Religious organizations in Romania continue to engage in diverse community activities, commemorative events, and pastoral initiatives. Orthodox parishes have focused on religious education and intergenerational connectio

Orthodox Christian celebrations of Saint Demetrios

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Latest: Orthodox religious services held in Ptolemaida and Alexandria

Orthodox Christian communities across several countries observed religious feasts dedicated to Saint Demetrios. In Greece, major celebrations occurred in Thessaloniki, coinciding with the 114th anniversary of the city’s

Orthodox Church martyr commemorations

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Latest: Orthodox Church commemorates martyrs Marcian and Martirius

The Serbian Orthodox Church is observing the feast day of the Holy Martyrs Tarach, Prov, and Andronik, who were martyred under Roman Emperor Diocletian. The religious observance includes traditions regarding their refusa

Commemoration of Saint Philip the Deacon

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Latest: Serbian Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Philip the Deacon

Various Orthodox and Greek Catholic traditions observe the feast day of Saint Philip the Deacon. In Bulgarian and Romanian traditions, the day is also recognized as a name day for individuals named Philip, Filip, or Fili

Orthodox Church commemorations of Saint James

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Latest: Orthodox Church commemorates various saints and religious figures

The Orthodox Church observes the feast days of figures named Saint James. On October 22, the Serbian Orthodox Church celebrates the feast of Saint James the Apostle, the brother of Saint John the Evangelist. Traditions a

Commemoration of Saint Pelagia the Penitent

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Latest: Saint Pelagia is commemorated today

Religious traditions within the Catholic and Orthodox Churches commemorate Saint Pelagia of Antioch, a figure noted for her radical conversion from a life of luxury and worldly pursuits to one of asceticism and service t

Commemoration of Saint Artemios

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Latest: Greek Police commemorate patron saint Artemios

The Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Artemius of Antioch, a 4th-century Roman military commander and martyr who served under Emperors Constantine the Great and Constantius II. Tradition holds that he was executed by de

Saint Thomas the Apostle feast day observance

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Latest: Tomindan: Orthodox Christians celebrate Saint Thomas

October 6 marks the feast day of Saint Thomas the Apostle in the Orthodox Church. Tradition holds that the Apostle, known as ‘the Twin’, initially doubted the Resurrection until he inspected the wounds of Christ. Followi

Orthodox Church religious commemorations and visits

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Latest: Bulgarian Orthodox Church celebrates Saint John of Rila's 1150th anniversary

Various Orthodox Church entities are conducting significant religious commemorations and high-level clerical visits across the region. In Montenegro, the Saint John Vladimir Cathedral celebrated its tenth anniversary of

Orthodox Church feast days on October 18

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Latest: Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Luke and Saint Zlata Maglenska

The Orthodox Church and various Christian traditions observe the feast days of Saint Luke the Evangelist and other saints on October 18. Saint Luke, a physician of Greek descent and companion of Saint Paul, is the autho

Orthodox Church commemorations of Dionysius and Hierotheus

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Latest: Saint Dionysius the Areopagite commemorated by Orthodox Church

The Orthodox Church observes religious feast days in early October, specifically commemorating Saint Dionysius the Areopagite and Saint Hierotheus. Saint Dionysius, a former member of the Athenian Areopagus council and

Greek Orthodox liturgical services

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Latest: October 15 observances include Saint Lucian and international awareness days

Orthodox religious services were held across various regions of Greece in late September and October 2026. On September 27, Metropolitans in Symi and Ierapetra led liturgical services marking the first Sunday of Luke. I

Orthodox celebration of the Protection of the Mother of God

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Latest: Orthodox Christians celebrate the feast of the Protection of the Mother of God

Orthodox Christians observe the feast of the Protection of the Mother of God, also known as Pokrov Presvete Bogorodice. At the Pocrov Skete near the Neamț Monastery, the feast was marked by a Holy Liturgy led by Archim

Orthodox commemorations of Saint Chariton

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Latest: Orthodox traditions commemorate Saints Chariton of Kosovo and Chariton the Confessor

Orthodox religious traditions commemorate different figures named Saint Chariton. One tradition honors Saint Chariton the Confessor, an ancient figure from Iconium who survived persecution under Emperor Aurelian and esta

Religious and memorial traditions in Croatia and Serbia

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Latest: Miholjske zadušnice: Orthodox traditions and customs for remembering the deceased

Religious and memorial traditions in Croatia and Serbia continue to be defined by spiritual practices and specific cultural observances. In Croatia, evangelist Mijo Barada has highlighted the power of the Rosary, sharing

Orthodox Christian religious observances

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Latest: Orthodox religious observances mark October feast days

Orthodox Christian communities are observing several significant religious feast days and traditions during the autumn period. In late September, the Church celebrates the Conception of Saint John the Baptist, commemora