The Greek Orthodox Parish of Milan celebrated the Great Feast of the Nativity of Christ with grandeur and reverence. The day’s festivities included the Service of the Orthros and the Divine Liturgy, presided over by Archimandrite Ioannis Batsis.
During the Divine Liturgy, the congregation participated with profound devotion. The Ecumenical Patriarchate’s encyclical, emphasizing the universal and redemptive significance of the Incarnation of the Word of God, was read at the conclusion of the service.
After receiving the antidoron, attendees were treated to Christmas hymns and carols, filling their hearts with joy and the festive spirit. The day ended with a sense of solemnity, highlighting the importance of Christ’s Nativity as a beacon of love, peace, and hope.
