March/April: Semana Santa Celebrates One of the Most Important Events of the Year The month of March and April is a very special time for many people around the world as they celebrate Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week. This religious observance is considered to be one of the most important events of the…
Christmas, also known as December 25th, is celebrated as the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a major Christian holiday and is widely recognized around the world. This holiday holds a lot of significance and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy. There are many traditions, customs, and symbols associated with Christmas. In this article,…
Celebrate Ascension Day – May 6th Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ, is a Christian holiday that commemorates Jesus’ ascent into heaven after his resurrection. It is celebrated on the 40th day of Easter, which falls on Thursday, May 6th this year. This special occasion holds great significance…
Coptic Christmas – January 7 The Coptic Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on January 7th, which falls on the 29th or 30th day of the Coptic month of ‘Kiahk’. This is a day of great joy and celebration for the Coptic community all around the world. Coptic Christmas is not only about religious traditions and rituals,…
25th December – Christmas Day The month of December is full of joy, happiness and celebrations all over the world. However, there is one day that stands out from all the others – 25th December, also known as Christmas Day. This day is observed as the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, the founder of Christianity….
The Importance of Good Friday Good Friday, also known as Holy Friday, is observed in many countries around the world during the months of March or April. It is a solemn day for Christians, as it commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Good Friday marks the beginning of the Easter weekend and is…
Observing the Good Friday in the Time of COVID-19 Pandemic: Amidst the ongoing pandemic, the Christian community is preparing to observe the holy day of Good Friday on April 2, 2021. This day marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is an important event in the Christian calendar. It is a day of mourning and…
The Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension, is a holy day that commemorates the ascent of Jesus Christ to Heaven. It is observed each year on the fortieth day after Easter, which falls on a Thursday. This year, Ascension Day falls on May 13th. The origins of Ascension Day can be…
Good Friday marks the most significant day in the Christian calendar – the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This event is commemorated annually by millions of Christians around the world, typically with fasting, prayers and church services. Good Friday is the first of the three days of Easter and is followed by Easter Sunday, which celebrates…
As the year draws to a close and the twinkle of festive lights fills the streets, December 24 – Christmas Eve captures the true spirit of the holiday season. For centuries, this magical evening has been a time for family, friends, and communities to come together and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Following the…
Introduction The celebration of Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ, is an important holiday for many around the world. While most of the world celebrates Christmas on December 25th, there is another group that celebrates it on January 7th – the Orthodox Christians. History of Orthodox Christmas Day The Orthodox Church follows the Julian calendar…
The Feast of the Ascension, also known as Ascension Day, is a Christian holiday commemorating the ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven. It marks the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry and is celebrated on the 40th day after Easter Sunday. This year, we celebrate the Feast of Ascension on May 13. This special occasion calls…
Easter Sunday: The Most Significant Religious Event For Christians Around The World Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion. It is the culmination of the Holy Week, which marks the end of the 40 days of fasting, prayer and penance during the season of Lent. For Christians, Easter Sunday holds the…
