Orthodox Christians observe Christmas amid virus

By Associated Press

Jan 08, 2022 12:35 am

MOSCOW: Orthodox Christians in Russia, Serbia and other countries began Christmas observances on Thursday (Friday in Manila) amid restrictions aimed at dampening the spread of the coronavirus, but few worshipers appeared concerned as they streamed into churches.

The majority of Orthodox believers celebrate Christmas on January 7, with midnight services especially popular. The churches in Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus and Greece mark it on December 25 along with other Christian denominations.

ORTHODOX YULE Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill delivers the Christmas Mass in the Christ the Saviour Cathedral in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022. Parishioners wearing face masks to protect against coronavirus, observed social distancing guidelines as they attended the the Mass. Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7, in accordance with the Julian calendar. AP Photo

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