What is Epiphany? 5 things every believer should know
Jan 6, 2025 · A woman lights a candle at the Patriarchal church of St. George, as part of Epiphany day celebrations at the Church of Fener Orthodox Patriarchate on January 06, 2023, in Istanbul, Turkey. Epiphany celebrates the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist, and falls on the 12th and final day of Christmas. | Burak Kara/Getty Images
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6 days ago · Pilgrim swimmers in the sea waters, prepare as the cross is thrown by a Christian orthodox priest, during an epiphany ceremony to bless the sea, on the southeast village of Xylophagou, Cyprus, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias)
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Jan 6, 2025 · ROME (AP) — Pope Francis wrapped up a busy Christmas season on Monday by calling for the faithful to promote a culture of welcome and integration in their communities and reject discrimination.. Francis presided over Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica to mark Epiphany. According to the Bible, the feast marks the day that three wise men guided by a star came to visit the newborn Jesus.
Pope on Epiphany: The star of the Magi ... - Catholic News Agency
Jan 6, 2025 · Italy and the Vatican celebrate Epiphany on the traditional date of Jan. 6, while in the United States, its celebration has been moved to the Sunday between Jan. 2 and Jan. 8. Trending 1
Epiphany: One of Christianity’s Most Important Feasts
Jan 6, 2025 · Epiphany is also known as Theophany; both of these terms derive from the Greek words for “revelation” and the “revelation of God,” or ”Επιφάνεια” (epipháneia) and ”Θεοφάνεια” (Theopháneia). This unique feast is celebrated by both the Eastern and Western Church, and millions of people around the world participate in liturgies, Masses and many other ...
Pope at Epiphany Mass: Star calls all to seek Christ in ... - Vatican News
Jan 6, 2025 · Pope Francis offered that reminder on Monday as he presided at Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica on the feast of the Epiphany. In his homily , the Holy Father focused his remarks on three characteristics of the star that guided the Magi to the newborn baby Jesus.
The history of the Epiphany: Here’s what you need to know
Jan 7, 2024 · The feast marking the end of Christmas is called “Epiphany.” In the Latin rite of the Catholic Church, Epiphany celebrates the revelation that Jesus was the Son of God.
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Dec 27, 2024 · On Jan. 6, the Catholic Church celebrates the solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. Read more. Three Kings parades went down the streets of 800 Polish towns and cities Jan. 6 for the feast of...
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Jan 5, 2024 · Christians around the world will mark the Epiphany on Jan. 6 with a series of celebrations that go from parades and gift-giving for children to the blessing of water. The holiday is also called...
What is the Epiphany? And when do Christians celebrate it ... - AP News
Jan 4, 2024 · Christians around the world will mark the Epiphany on Jan. 6 with a series of celebrations that go from parades and gift-giving for children to the blessing of water. The holiday is also called the Feast of Epiphany, Three Kings Day and Theophany. Why is it known with different names?