The Presentation of the Theotokos is the first feast we celebrate during the season of the Nativity Lent, on November 21 NS/December 4 OS. Read on for ways to prepare for and observe this feast in your little church!
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The Nativity—or St. Philip's—Fast begins on November 15 NS/28 OS every year. There are so many beautiful traditions in the Church and activities we can add to make the time edifying for our families; read on for ideas to add richness to your Nativity season!
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The feast of the Exaltation or Elevation of the Holy Cross is celebrated on September 14 NS/27 OS is a day of fasting and repentance, when we decorate the Cross with flowers and sprigs of basil. Keep reading for more ways to observe the feast with your family!
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Educational ideas and resources for celebrating the birth of the Mother of God on September 8 NS/21 OS in the Orthodox Christian tradition.
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To welcome the beginning of the new liturgical year on September first, there are many traditions (small “t”!) you can observe. Read on for great ideas to ring in the New Church Year!

 

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