Traditionally on the feast of Epiphany, Catholics bless their homes ... One person will then read this prayer: Leader: Peace be to this house. All: And to all who dwell herein.

Deacon Greg Kandra provides a reflection on the readings and Gospel for the Presentation of the Lord, Feb. 2, 2025.

"Chalking the door" is an ancient custom associated with the Feast of the ... and sing Epiphany hymns. Some sprinkle holy water in each room. Following a series of prayers, they chalk the symbols ...

Senior clergymen of Bulgaria’s Orthodox church said prayers ... the feast on Jan. 6, Orthodox Churches in Russia and Serbia follow the Julian calendar, according to which Epiphany is celebrated ...

The Feast of the Epiphany is a holiday that marks the arrival ... the 40 days of fasting and prayer leading to Easter. Carnival season runs from Epiphany until Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, which ...

After the prayers are recited ... and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church. The feast of the Epiphany is even older than the feast of Christmas and enjoys its own season, which goes all ...

PHOTOS: Bulgarians celebrate the feast of Epiphany with a ritual plunge into icy rivers Senior clergymen of Bulgaria’s Orthodox church said prayers for the prosperity of the people and blessed ...