Republican Herald

Holy Ascension Orthodox Church in Frackville to host vehicle blessings this Sunday

FRACKVILLE – The Holy Ascension Orthodox Church invites the community to participate on Sunday in the blessing of vehicles following the celebration of its Divine Liturgy. The blessing, which will ...
Hazleton Standard Speaker

First responders, vehicles blessed at Holy Ascension Russian Orthodox Church

FRACKVILLE — In the face of danger, first responders can use all the help they can get, several said during the annual blessing of vehicles Sunday at Holy Ascension Russian Orthodox Church. “When ...
National Catholic Register

Catholic Media Organizations to Publish Second Edition of Liturgy of the Hours

The prayers are set according to the Church calendar and are composed of Psalms, hymns and readings from Scripture.
National Catholic Register

‘Holy Fire’ Ceremony at Jesus’ Tomb Marks Beginning of Orthodox Easter Celebrations

The Orthodox Christian ceremony, which is attended by Catholics and other Christians, as well, has been held continuously since at least 1106. The "Holy Fire" is passed from inside Christ's tomb to ...