Anastasi & Easter
Written by Marisa Hazakis On the evening of Holy Saturday, we celebrate the miracle of the Holy Fire and Christ’s Resurrection at the midnight Anastasi Service. Traditionally, an Anastasi meal follows the […]
Holy Saturday
Written by Marisa Hazakis On Holy Saturday, the church commemorates the burial of Christ and His descent into Hades. The day in between His Crucifixion and Resurrection, Holy Saturday is […]
Good Friday
Written by Marisa Hazakis Good Friday, the most solemn day of the year, commemorates the death of Christ on the Cross. The services of Good Friday actually begin on Thursday […]
Holy Wednesday: Sacrament of the Holy Unction
Written by Marisa Hazakis On the afternoon or evening of Holy Wednesday, the church offers the Sacrament of the Holy Unction for the healing of the body and soul and […]
Services of the Bridegroom
Written by Marisa Hazakis Beginning on the evening of Palm Sunday until the evening of Holy Tuesday, the church observes the Services of Christ the Bridegroom, which recount and commemorate […]
Palm Sunday
Written by Marisa Hazakis Palm Sunday is the celebration of the entrance of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem after he had raised Lazarus from the dead. Read on to find out […]
Saturday of Lazarus
Written by Marisa Hazakis Saturday of Lazarus celebrates the miracle of Jesus Christ when he raised Lazarus from the dead. Here’s what you need to know: The Saturday before […]
Xristos Anesti & Happy Easter
Xristos Anesti (Happy Easter) from the NAHYSOSA team and all our affiliates around South Africa. We wish you all a blessed day and a wonderful time with your family and […]
Holy Thursday: Meaning of the Red Eggs
Ever wondered why at all Greek Easter tables, there are red eggs placed beautifully in mom’s favourite dish? If you don’t know why or what the symbolism is, check our […]
Easter Koulourakia
We all love Holy Week Traditions! A week where families get together, be it at church or in the kitchen to prepare for the Easter Sunday lunch. Check out the […]