Feast Day of Epiphany in Lusaka, Zambia

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On Sunday, 7 January 2024, the city of Lusaka celebrated the feast day of the Synaxis of Saint John the Baptist Feast and the Holy Epiphany.

Amidst the festivities, which included the diving for the Holy Cross and the Blessing of the Waters, the community gathered for the cutting of the Vasilopita at the Episcopal residence following the Divine Liturgy. The Consulates of Greece and Cyprus, along with the Metropolis, blessed and shared their Vasilopitas.

The day continued with a delightful program tailored for the children, curated to engage and entertain.

His Eminence Metropolitan John of Zambia welcomed everyone warmly, sharing in the joyous atmosphere and extending heartfelt festive greetings.

Following the Vasilopita blessing, the Metropolitan offered gifts to all the children, who joyfully expressed their gratitude and appreciation to their caring Shepherd and Hierarch.

Source: Metropolis of Zambia