Great Lent, Holy Week, and Pascha in the Orthodox Church

Welcome to the Great Lent, Holy Week, and Pascha landing page! We invite you to explore the liturgical periods of Triodion, Great Lent, Holy Week, and Pentecostarion and read about the Sunday feasts celebrated therein. You can also read about the Orthodox Lenten services, practices, family resources, and much more in the Articles Library. Finally, we offer an array of multimedia resources to explore and experience a glimpse of this beautiful time in our Church’s calendar.  

Sunday of Saint Mary of Egypt - Celebrated on April 21, 2024

On the Fifth Sunday of Lent the Orthodox Church commemorates our Righteous Mother Mary of Egypt. The feast day of Saint Mary of Egypt is April 1, however, she is also commemorated on this Sunday due to her recognition by the Church as a model of repentance. Learn More
Great Lent, Holy Week, & Pascha