On January 2, 4 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 2 January 2023
| Holiday | Description |
|---|---|
| Ignatiev Day
Holy Martyr Ignatius the God-Bearer
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The church celebrates the memory of Saint Ignatius the God-Bearer, a disciple of the Apostle John the Theologian. He was the second bishop of Antioch. Author of several messages. He was executed in Rome for his faith in Christ. |
| St. John of Kronstadt |
It is considered the day of memory of St. John, rector of St. Andrew's Cathedral in Kronstadt. Years of life: 1829-1908. Preacher, spiritual writer. He was canonized by the Russian Orthodox Church in 1990. |
| Pre-feast of the Nativity of Christ |
Preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Christ. Prayers dedicated to Christmas are read in churches. |
| Christmas Fast
36th day of the holiday
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Multi-day fast. Its purpose is the spiritual purification of a person and preparation for the Christmas holiday. The duration of the fast is 40 days. |
