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Christmas service at the Bulgarian Orthodox Church in Edirne

Christmas service at the Bulgarian Orthodox Church in Edirne

The Greek Orthodox Metropolitan Amphilochios and priest Atanas Sultanov presided over the singing of hymns describing the life of Jesus and the reading of prayers, while the congregation lit candles and prayed.

30 December 2024

Christmas services in churches across Turkey

Christmas services in churches across Turkey

Christmas has been celebrated at services held in churches across Turkey, with calls made for peace and unity. From Istanbul to Mersin and from Hatay to Ankara, the Bible was recited, prayers were said and hymns were sung.

25 December 2024

Christmas service at Church of Saint Peter in Hatay

Christmas service at Church of Saint Peter in Hatay

The Church of Saint Peter has great historical and religious importance. The church is a site of pilgrimage for Christians.

25 December 2024

'Is Christmas and Halloween contrary to the national and cultural values of Turkish nation?'

DEM PARTY DEPUTY ASKS:

'Is Christmas and Halloween contrary to the national and cultural values of Turkish nation?'

DEM Party Mardin Deputy George Aslan brought to the agenda of the Parliament celebrations banned in schools with the letter by the Ministry of National Education warning provincial national education directorates about events organized in private schools.

19 February 2024

Christmas Ceremony at Saint Antoine: 'Our Doors are Open to Everyone'

Christmas Ceremony at Saint Antoine: 'Our Doors are Open to Everyone'

Christmas ceremony has been held at the Saint Antoine Church in İstanbul. High Priest Julian Pista said that they welcome high attendance and people from every background.

25 December 2018