Epiphany

Safety of baptismal pools to be checked by EMERCOM

Safety of baptismal pools to be checked by EMERCOM

In all regions of Russia, baptismal pools will be checked for safety by employees of the Russian Emergencies Ministry. "On the territory of the Russian Federation, the process of preparing fonts for Epiphany bathing has begun. …

Russia's Orthodox Christians celebrating Epiphany

Russia's Orthodox Christians celebrating Epiphany

Orthodox Russians are celebrating one of main Christian feasts, Epiphany, on January 19. According to the Gospel, during Christ’s baptism in the Jordan River, God was revealed in His three hypostases: the Father, the Son and the …

Putin plunges into water to celebrate Epiphany

Putin plunges into water to celebrate Epiphany

Russian President Vladimir Putin participated in the traditional swimming to celebrate Epiphany, the press service of the Kremlin reported. “Yes, Putin plunged into the water,” RIA Novosti quotes the official message. …

Epiphany

Epiphany

Today, the Orthodox Church celebrates one of the main Christian holidays - the  Epiphany (or Theophany). Along with the Easter it is the oldest Christian …