he length of the Fast is variable, being determined by the date of Pascha (Easter). October 14, 2021 Orthodox Church in America's 2022 Desk Calendar now available SYOSSET, NY [OCA] The 2022 Desk Calendar of the Orthodox Church in America is currently in print and is now also fully available in PDF format ( Single Page view; Double Page view ). Having rejoiced for fifty days following Pascha (Easter), the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Apostles began to prepare for They then set out from Jerusalem to share the teachings of Jesus Christ with the world. The Dormition Fast is a stricter fast than either the Nativity Fast (Advent) or the Apostles' Fast, with only wine and oil (but no fish) allowed on weekends. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Great Lent. Contact | This cookie is set by Facebook to display advertisements when either on Facebook or on a digital platform powered by Facebook advertising, after visiting the website. Cross at the end of the Vigil service of the holy day following the Great Doxology of Matins. According to the Julian calendar (used prior to Gregorian calendar) the day falls on December 25th each year. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. This date works to the Julian calendar that pre-dates the Gregorian calendar, which is commonly . These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. +All persons above the age of 7 observe the church fasts. 26), Repose of St. Innocent (Mar. Coptic Feasts Calendar 2022 - St. Mary & St. George Coptic Orthodox Church of Omaha, Nebraska This practice is based on the belief that Wednesday was the day that Jesus was betrayed by Judas Iscariot, and Friday was the day of Jesus crucifixion. Link,