Sydney Epiphany celebration and Holy Cross dive to take place at Yarra Bay

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It was announced that on Sunday, January 12, 2020, the Epiphany celebration and Holy Cross dive will take place, with all Sydney Parishes participating, at Yarra Bay Bicentennial Park.

During this year’s celebration, the thought will be focused on the victims of the devastating fires raging across Australia. For this reason, the established event that will take place after the water cleanse will also be of a charitable nature.

At Yarra Bay, Sydney, NSW, Australia. Date: 08 January 2017. Photo: Nick Bourdaniotis

During the event, the Youth Central Committee of the Australian Archdiocese will raise money from the generous donations of the participants, which will be made available to support those affected by the fires.
 
Program:
• 1 pm – Diving ceremony of the Holy Cross, led by His Eminence Archbishop of Australia Mr Makarios.
• 2 pm – Festive program with traditional dances and live music.

At Yarra Bay, Sydney, NSW, Australia. Date: 08 January 2017. Photo: Nick Bourdaniotis

Greek Archdiocese of Australia

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