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Sydney to mark Epiphany with traditional Blessing of the Waters at Carss Park

The traditional Blessing of the Waters will anchor Sydney’s Epiphany celebrations at Carss Park on January 11, followed by a festival.

Communities gather across Australia to observe the Feast of Epiphany

Greek Orthodox communities across Australia marked the Feast of Epiphany with reverence and strong participation.

Thousands celebrate Epiphany traditions across Greek ports

The Feast of the Epiphany was celebrated across Greece today with traditional ceremonies, including the Blessing of the Waters.

Faith and tradition unite at Blessing of the Waters ceremonies in Rye and Frankston

Greek Orthodox communities gathered at Rye Foreshore and Frankston Pier to mark Epiphany with traditional Blessing of the Waters ceremonies.

Sea, sun and faith at Rosebud’s annual Epiphany celebration

Hundreds gathered along the Mornington Peninsula shoreline on Tuesday, January 6 for the annual Blessing of the Waters in Rosebud.

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