In Orthodox Christian countries, individuals traditionally celebrate their nameday instead of their birthday. Since Orthodox Christians are usually named after a saint or feast day of the Church, all those having the same name celebrate together on that saint’s feast or the particular feast of the Church.All those named after Themistocles the Martyr of Myra celebrate their nameday on December 21.

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I am very proud of each one who showed at this Parish Life Conference. Many came driving! I am much proud also from the achievements