Ascension Day
Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension, is a Christian holy day celebrated 40 days after Easter Sunday, commemorating the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. It marks the end of Christ’s earthly ministry and His return to the Father, as described in the Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of Luke.
Orthodox Ascension Day
Orthodox Ascension Day commemorates Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven, marking the end of His earthly ministry and His exaltation at the right hand of the Father.
Jefferson Davis's Birthday
Jefferson Davis's Birthday is observed as a state holiday in some parts of the United States, particularly in the South. Jefferson Davis (1808–1889) was the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. The holiday commemorates his life and contributions to the Confederacy.
Pentecost
Pentecost, also known as Whit Sunday, is one of the most significant feast days in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus. This event is often referred to as the birth of the Christian Church because it marks the beginning of the Apostles' public ministry to spread the Gospel.
Orthodox Pentecost
Orthodox Pentecost is one of the Great Feasts of the Eastern Orthodox Church. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, marking the fulfillment of Christ's promise to send the Spirit to guide and empower the Church. Orthodox Pentecost is rich in theological significance, liturgical traditions, and cultural customs.
Pentecost Monday
Pentecost Monday, also known as Whit Monday, is the day following Pentecost Sunday, celebrated by Christians to continue the commemoration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is recognized in many parts of the world.
Orthodox Pentecost Monday
Orthodox Pentecost Monday is part of the Afterfeast of Pentecost, continuing the celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is a day of significant liturgical and cultural importance in Eastern Orthodoxy, marked by prayers, traditions and community gatherings that honor the work of the Holy Spirit and the revelation of the Holy Trinity.
King Kamehameha I Day
King Kamehameha I Day is a state holiday in Hawaiʻi to honor King Kamehameha I (1758–1819), the first monarch to unite the Hawaiian Islands under a single rule. Known as Kamehameha the Great, he is celebrated for his leadership, vision, and contributions to the foundation of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi.
Emancipation Day in Texas
In the state of Texas, Emancipation Day is celebrated as Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state.
Juneteenth
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, holds a particularly significant place in United States history and African American culture. This date marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863.