Orthodox Christmas in 2021

We recognize all those in public schools who are celebrating Orthodox Christmas today. We wish you a wonderful celebration. https://t.co/HWohnS6ZMU

— Public Schools of SK (@PublicSchoolsSK) January 7, 2021

We extend peace and love to families celebrating Orthodox Christmas today, January 7, a date based on a calendar recognized by Orthodox Christians around the world. The meaning and significance of the birth of Jesus Christ remains the focus of this holy day. https://t.co/yBTK4FS7xC

— HWDSB (@HWDSB) January 7, 2021

Today,January 5th, is Kolede,the day before Badnik(Christmas Eve). In #Macedonia, it's tradition people to gather in the evening and to burn bonfires in the neighbourhoods they live. According to Orthodox beliefs, the fire is a messenger of Jesus' birth. #OrthodoxChristmas 🙏 ✝️ https://t.co/jT9kCdX3V8

— Natasa BIkova (@nataliebikov) January 5, 2021

My family & I wish everyone celebrating Orthodox Christmas today, a happy and healthful celebration. Though we can’t physically gather during this pandemic, we can still be together safely. Our ways of connecting these days may be virtual, but our relationships are very real.

— Josh Matlow (@JoshMatlow) January 7, 2021

Merry Christmas to those celebrating the Orthodox Christmas today!Many Orthodox Christians in Canada celebrate Christmas Day on or near January 7 in the Gregorian calendar. This date works to be December 25 in the Julian calendar, which pre-dates the Gregorian calendar. #YYCF55F https://t.co/CqPvQvnbJe

— YYC Freedom 55 Financial (@55Yyc) January 7, 2021

On behalf of the NDP Official Opposition, I want wish a Merry Christmas to Coptic and Orthodox Christians and Eastern Catholics celebrating today in Ontario and around the world.

— Andrea Horwath (@AndreaHorwath) January 7, 2021

Today marks Orthodox Christmas! Celebrated later, it follows many similar traditions such as Christmas trees, giving and receiving gifts, and eating good food. 🍽 One of the most recognizable traditions during Orthodox Christmas is the #ukrainian 12 dish Christmas Eve dinner. https://t.co/mnvGHIA9Yq

— Strathma Museum (@strathcomuseum) January 7, 2021