On April 22, 2 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 22 April 2024
Holiday | Description |
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Martyr Eupsychius of Caesarea (Cappadocia) |
Homage to the memory of Saint Eupsychius originally from Caesarea Cappadocia. He was martyred for refusing to worship idols under the Emperor Julian the Apostate in 362. |
Great lent
36th 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. |