Tag: Greek Orthodox

Saint Barnabas and the roots of the Church of Cyprus

Today marks the feast of Saint Barnabas, the founder and patron saint of the Church of Cyprus, a figure deeply embedded in both the...

Cyprus celebrates Kataklysmos: flood, faith, and festivity

Cypriots are celebrating Kataklysmos this Monday- a unique public holiday deeply rooted in both Christian tradition and local folklore. The name comes from the...

Christos Anesti: a quiet end to Easter Sunday

The souvla has cooled, the last red eggs have been cracked, and the children- chocolate-covered and sticky-fingered- have finally worked off their sugar high. Across...

Good Friday: A day of mourning for Christianity

Good Friday, known in Greek as Μεγάλη Παρασκευή, is the most solemn day in the Christian calendar. It marks the peak of the Holy...

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New wildfire breaks out in Paphos district- Aircraft deployed

A new wildfire front has broken out in the...

Deadly Cyprus wildfire: What we know so far

A devastating wildfire that erupted in the mountainous region...

Greece unable to assist Limassol wildfire efforts, says minister

Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis addressed public questions on Thursday...

Elderly couple identified as the two victims of the tragic Cyprus wildfire

Tragedy has struck Cyprus as authorities confirm that the...
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