Month: March 2016

Blessing of homes (II/II), Azdamichy 2016.  Orthodox Christian tradition calls for the blessing of homes by the parish priest after the celebration of the January 19 feast of the Theophany (Baptism of Christ – Vadokhryshcha).  This rite parallels the Roman Catholic tradition at Epiphany. In Azdamichy Father Aljaksandr began his rounds that afternoon.  Intending that… Continue reading Photos of the Day for March 2, 2016

Blessing of Houses (I/II), Azdamichy 2016.  Parallel to the Roman Catholic tradition at Epiphany, Orthodox tradition calls for the blessing of homes by the parish priest after the celebration of the January 19 feast of the Theophany (Baptism of Christ – Vadokhryshcha).  In Azdamichy Father Aljaksandr began his rounds the afternoon of the 19th.  Intending… Continue reading Photos of the Day for March 1, 2016