On May 1, 3 Orthodox church holidays are celebrated. The list of events informs you about church holidays, fasts, and days of honoring the memory of saints. The list will help you find out the date of a significant religious event for Orthodox Christians.
Orthodox Church holidays 1 May 2023
| Holiday | Description |
|---|---|
| St. John of Thessalonica, a disciple of St. Gregory the Decapolite |
It is St. John's Memorial Day. Years of his life: the end of the VIII century-820 AD. He defended Orthodoxy, fought against the persecution of Orthodox Christians by Emperor Leo the Armenian for venerating holy icons. |
| Holy Week
3rd day of the holiday
|
The last week before Easter. It is dedicated to the memories of the last days of the earthly life of Jesus Christ, His sufferings, crucifixion and burial. All days of Holy Week are called "Great Days". |
| Great lent
45th day of the holiday
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The main multi-day fast. Installed in honor of the memory of the 40-day fast of Jesus Christ in the desert. The duration of Lent is 48 days. |
