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Metropolitan Joanikije Decries Glorification of Force Over Justice
Metropolitan Joanikije of Montenegro and the Littoral stated that Orthodox Christians join calls for an end to wars and dialogue, expressing concern that the law of the stronger is increasingly emphasized, while justice and truth are scorned.

Orthodox Christians Prepare to Celebrate Easter
Orthodox Christians worldwide, including over half a million Australians, are preparing to celebrate Easter this weekend. The article explains the traditions and timing of Orthodox Easter celebrations.

Orthodox Christians Begin Holy Week 2026 with Holy Monday Observances
Orthodox Christians mark the beginning of Holy Week on Monday, April 6, 2026, with Holy Monday, a day dedicated to spiritual preparation before the Resurrection of the Lord, featuring special services and prayers in churches.

Greek MEP Questions EU Commission on Attacks Against Christians in Syria
Greek MEP Vangelis Meimarakis has submitted an urgent question to the European Commission regarding recent Islamist attacks against Greek Orthodox Christians in Syria and the wider Middle East.

Religious Holidays: Why Orthodox and Western Churches do not celebrate Easter on the same day
On April 12, Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter Sunday. Why the holiday is later than the Easter of Western churches. And how the holiday is celebrated.

When is Palm Sunday in 2026
Orthodox Christians will celebrate Palm Sunday on April 5, and Catholics on March 29. This year, Orthodox Easter will be on April 12, and Catholic Easter on April 5. The celebration of Palm Sunday is...

Green Monday ushers in Lent with rain forecast
Green Monday is being celebrated across Cyprus today, marking the start of Lent for Orthodox Christians. Traditional fasting foods take centre stage, while families head outdoors to fly kites. This year’s excursions to the countryside, however, are set to take place under cloudy skies and rain, according to the meteorological service. Forecasters say isolated thunderstorms […]

Orthodox Christians Celebrate Bright Week and White Monday in 2026
Orthodox believers celebrate White Monday on April 13, 2026, marking the second day of the Feast of the Resurrection and extending the atmosphere of light and joy associated with Jesus Christ's victory over death.

Orthodox Christians Observe Good Friday According to Julian Calendar
Today marks Good Friday according to the Julian calendar, a day when Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity's salvation.

Orthodox Christians Observe Holy Wednesday, Commemorating Judas' Betrayal
Holy Wednesday is observed by Orthodox Christians, recalling the betrayal of Jesus by Judas Iscariot and the repentant sinner who anointed Jesus with precious myrrh.

Athens Expresses Concern Over Attacks on Orthodox Christians in Syria
Athens is exerting diplomatic pressure and expressing strong concern over attacks targeting Greek Orthodox communities in Syria, sending messages to Damascus amid reports of a 'silent' displacement plan.

Orthodox Easter Celebrations in Monasteries and Holy Sites
Orthodox Christians are celebrating their faith in impressive monasteries and landscapes across various regions, including Lebanon, Cyprus, and Ukraine, during Easter.

New Weather Forecast for Easter and April in Romania
Romania's National Meteorological Administration has released a new weather forecast for Easter and the month of April, with Easter being celebrated on different dates for Catholics and Orthodox Christians this year.

March 9, the Day of the 40 Holy Martyrs. Traditions and customs
On March 9, Orthodox Christians celebrate the Day of the 40 Holy Martyrs of Sebastia.

Orthodox Christians Begin Great Lent
Orthodox believers today begin the multi-week Great Lent, also known as Holy Lent, which concludes with the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ – Easter.
Holy Fire ceremony takes place in Jerusalem
The ancient Holy Fire ceremony, a significant event for Orthodox Christians, was observed in Jerusalem.

Recipe for Oil-Free Tahini Soup
A delicious and nutritious oil-free tahini soup recipe is shared, ideal for the strict fasting observed by Orthodox Christians on Good Friday.

Orthodox Christians Celebrate Annunciation Day
Serbian Orthodox Church and believers observe Blagovesti (Annunciation Day), commemorating the Archangel Gabriel's visit to the Virgin Mary, with special celebrations for women and traditional folk customs.

Explaining the Difference in Orthodox and Western Easter Dates
An article explains why Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter on April 12th, a different date than Western churches, detailing the historical and calendrical reasons behind the divergence and how the holiday is observed.
Greek Foreign Ministry Expresses Concern Over Incidents in Syrian City with Greek Orthodox Population
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern over the situation in Al-Suqaylabiyah, Syria, a city predominantly inhabited by Greek Orthodox Christians, and is closely monitoring developments while awaiting investigation results.

Sunday of the Holy Cross 2026: A holiday with a red cross on the Orthodox calendar. The most important traditions and customs of March 15
On March 15, 2026, Orthodox Christians mark the Sunday of the Holy Cross, one of the most important days during Great Lent.

Old Calendarist priests who entered foot-and-mouth quarantine farms investigated
The Agriculture Ministry has launched a full investigation after priests from the True Orthodox Christians Church — known as Old Calendarists — entered livestock units in Aradippou in breach of strict

Lent Begins for Orthodox Christians, Archbishop Joani Shares Message
Orthodox Christians begin the Great Lent of Easter on February 23, with Archbishop Joani of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania sharing a message for believers, calling it a 'journey towards God'.