Christmas celebrations in our Archeparchy

Christ is Born! 

Dear readers, warm Christmas greetings to you and your families. May this holy feast fill your hearts with peace, joy, and love. On this joyous occasion, today’s column brings you a glimpse into Christmas celebrations in our Archeparchy from the middle of the last century. 

Among the photographs, you’ll find: 

Bishop Constantine Bohachevsky incensing the iconostasis in the old cathedral during the Christmas service in January 1948. 

A look at how the old cathedral was beautifully decorated for the holidays in 1940, before the iconography was added. 

A schedule of Christmas services from the 1940s and 1950s, offering a sense of the pace and intensity of celebrations 70–80 years ago. How do they compare to today? 

Christmas Greetings & Artifacts: 

A clipping from The Way newspaper featuring a Christmas greeting from Bishop Constantine Bohachevsky, complete with his signature. 

A heartfelt Christmas card from Patriarch Josyf Slipyj, signed and sent to Bishop Basil Losten in 1976. 

Christmas illustrations from The Way, showcasing the work of talented diaspora artists who brought the festive spirit to life on the newspaper’s pages. 

We hope this post adds a touch of history and tradition to your celebrations. May the Baby Jesus find a place in the manger of your heart. 

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Christmas!