Our January church calendar 2025 takes into account the new approach to holiday dates.
Tuesday, January 1 – the memory of St. Basil the Great, the Circumcision of the Lord. Now the New Year begins with a great holiday that honors one of the greatest theologians.
Saturday, January 4. One of the main examples of service to God’s word and devotion were the 70 apostles who preached the Gospel. The holiday is called the Council of the 70 Apostles.
Sunday, January 5. Epiphany Eve is the day of preparation for the feast of the Epiphany. On this day, it is customary to observe the fast.
Monday, January 6. The Christmas cycle ends. Believers remember the baptism of Jesus Christ in water. Epiphany, the Baptism of the Lord God and our Savior Jesus Christ. Believers participate in the blessing of water, the bravest bathe in the blessed bodies of water.
Tuesday, January 7. The Cathedral of the Forerunner and Baptist of the Lord John, who paved the way for the coming of the Savior.
Saturday, January 11. Reverend Theodosius the Great, who is remembered on this day, was the founder of the monastic way of life and social life.
Sunday, January 12. Martyr Tatiana and her companions suffered for preaching the Gospel in Rome and were canonized.
Tuesday, January 14. The history of Georgia was changed by a woman who became the bearer of Christianity and faith in this state. Day of Equal-to-the-Apostles Nina.
Friday, January 17, is the day of St. Anthony the Great, who is considered the founder of monastic practice and one of the first hermits.
Saturday, January 18, is the day of St. Macarius the Great, a religious figure. He preached among the people, spent many years in prayer and asceticism.
Friday, January 24. Believers honor the memory of the deaconess St. Xenia of Rome. She was famous for her devotion and holiness.
Saturday, January 25. Christians celebrate the day of memory of Gregory the Theologian, who is one of the shapers of the foundations of the faith.
Monday, January 27 – Transfer of the relics of St. John Chrysostom, who was one of the most famous church figures and scholars.
Thursday, January 30. Feast of three great saints – Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom.