Orthodox christians celebrate christmas today in the new style

IPN, 25 December 2024 17:00

Orthodox Christians are celebrating Christmas today, December 25, in the new style. Speaking to IPN, Father Constantin Olariu, spokesperson for the Metropolis of Bessarabia, emphasized that the Nativity of the Lord represents the moment when God expressed His complete love for humanity by sending His son to be born among people for our salvation."Orthodox Christians prepare intens

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