As time passes, I feel that the rest of the world should focus more on this message! 30 декабря 2013 ... There is another way, brothers and sisters. An Orthodox Reflection on the 12 Days of Christmas ...

The Russian Orthodox Christmas Eve mass brings together communities to honor their faith. While it may differ from Western celebrations, its message of peace and hope is universal.

Because some Orthodox church jurisdictions follow the “old calendar,” or Julian Calendar, which honors Christmas in January, and some the “new calendar,” which slates it for Dec. 25 ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his congratulations to all Russian people on Orthodox Christmas holiday ... people all over the world," the message from President Putin reads.

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Orthodox Christians and all Russian citizens celebrating Christmas ... from generation to generation," the message said. "The Russian Orthodox ...