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Orthodox world marks Holy Saturday

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Today the Orthodox Church marks Holy Saturday - the final day of Holy Week. Orthodox Christians now expect the Resurrection and church services start early in the morning. The solemn services begin tonight at 11:30 p.m. and at midnight believers will welcome the Resurrection of Christ and bring home a flame of the Holy Fire.

Due to the anti-coronavirus measures this year, the delegation that will bring the Holy Fire from Jerusalem is in a limited composition.

People who failed to paint Easter eggs on Maundy Thursday, can do it today.



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