December 19 is marked by 2 Orthodox church holidays. 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 19 December 2023
| Holiday | Description |
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| St. Nicholas Day
St. Nicholas, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia, Wonderworker
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The memory of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker comes from Asia Minor. Years of life: approx. 270-345. Archbishop of Myra in Lycia. Patron saint of swimming and traveling. |
| Christmas Fast
22nd 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. |
