Good Friday

Good Friday is a significant day in the Christian calendar, commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week on the Friday before Easter Sunday and is a solemn day of reflection and prayer for Christians worldwide.

Orthodox Good Friday

Orthodox Good Friday, also known as Great Friday or Holy Friday, is one of the most solemn days in the Eastern Orthodox Church, commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is part of the final days of Holy Week, leading up to Orthodox Easter.

Holy Saturday

Holy Saturday, often referred to as Easter Saturday or Great Sabbath, is the day between Good Friday (commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus) and Easter Sunday (celebrating His resurrection). It is a day of reflection and anticipation in the Christian tradition, observed with solemnity and often marked by special liturgical practices.

Orthodox Holy Saturday

Orthodox Holy Saturday, also known as Great and Holy Saturday, is a pivotal day in the Orthodox Christian calendar. It is the final day of Holy Week, commemorating Christ’s burial and His descent into Hades, and it serves as a transition from the solemnity of the Passion to the joy of the resurrection on Pascha (Easter Sunday).

Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday is the most significant and joyful holiday in Christianity. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, as described in the New Testament, marking the culmination of Holy Week and the 40-day season of Lent.

Orthodox Easter

Orthodox Easter, also known as Pascha, is the most important and joyous celebration in the Eastern Orthodox Church, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the culmination of Holy Week and the central event of the Orthodox liturgical year.

San Jacinto Day

San Jacinto Day is a Texas state holiday to commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836, a pivotal event during the Texas Revolution. This decisive victory over Mexican forces led to Texas gaining independence from Mexico and the establishment of the Republic of Texas.

Easter Monday

Easter Monday is the day immediately following Easter Sunday, observed in many Christian traditions as part of the Easter celebrations. It holds religious, cultural, and national significance depending on the region. Although Easter Monday is not universally celebrated as a major religious holiday, it is recognized as a public holiday in many countries.

Orthodox Easter Monday

Orthodox Easter Monday, part of the week known as Bright Week, is the day immediately following Orthodox Easter Sunday. It is a time of joy and celebration, continuing the jubilant observance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The day holds both religious and cultural significance, with traditions varying across Orthodox Christian communities.

St. George's Day in Canada

St. George's Day is to honor St. George, the patron saint of England. It is a public holiday in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Although not widely observed in Canada, it holds significance for English communities and individuals with ties to England.