Great Lent & Holy Week
This Sunday in Great Lent remembers the restoration of icons in the Orthodox Church, thanks to the council called by Empress Irene in AD 787.
Sunday of Orthodoxy
This most ancient Olympic event was also the only event at the first Olympics in 776 BC. Even though the distance was 600 feet, it was literally named after what the contestants were doing in the event.
What is running?
Jesus met her at Jacob's well, causing his disciples to marvel when they returned because they saw Him talking to a woman.
Who is the Samaritan Woman (Photini)?
This country will host the next Winter Olympics in 2026.
What is Italy?
It might buck convention, but this star plays basketball on the same team as his brother.
Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo?
On this Sunday in Great Lent we remember a woman known for her profound repentance. Also, she had a pet lion.
What is the Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt.
This ancient Olympic event continues even today, although the two contestants no longer compete in the nude.
What is wrestling?
This man couldn't even raise his eyes to heaven when standing in the Temple, but beat his breast saying, "Lord, have mercy on me a sinner."
Who is the Publican (Tax Collector)?
In this event, athletes race down an icy track lying feet first on their backs on a specialized sled, reaching top speeds of up to around 87 miles per hour.
What is the luge?
A quote from this movie: "What do you mean he don't eat no meat? Oh, that's okay. I make lamb."
On this Sunday in Great Lent we remember a monk who became the Bishop of Thessaloniki and is associated with the Jesus Prayer and the teaching about God's essence and energies.
This event was named after an ancient battle, where after a Greek victory a messenger ran to Athens and said, "we have won" before he collapsed and died.
What is the marathon?
This prophet sat in a cave and, after seeing a fire and witnessing an earthquake, instead heard the still small voice of the Lord in a gentle breeze. Also, he was fed by ravens.
Who is the prophet Elijah?
In this sport, the "miracle on ice" happened at the 1980 Winter Olympics, later inspiring Disney's 2004 movie, "Miracle."
What is ice hockey?
People at Holy Transfiguration go crazy when they get a rare sighting of this star at church. Also, he plays soccer.
Who is Giorgos Giakoumakis?
On this day during Holy Week, we remember Jesus being removed from the cross (3pm) and his burial in the tomb.
What is Holy Friday?
Who is Michael Phelps?
This once great persecutor of the Church met the risen Christ on the road to Damascus and thereafter became known for his missionary work and many letters.
Who is Saint Paul?
This event is also known as "chess on ice." The goal of the sport is to “sweep” or slide large granite stones toward a common target, also known as a “house”.
What is curling?
A layered dessert made of filo pastry sheets, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with syrup or honey. Ice cream optional.
What is baklava?
This hymn is chanted when the priest begins to light everyone's candle at midnight on Pascha.
What is "Come receive the Light"?
The 2024 Summer Olympics will be held in this city, also known as "the city of lights."
What is Paris, France?
This tax collector followed Jesus upon Jesus seeing Him and saying, "Follow Me."
Who is Matthew?
This country has won the most Winter Olympic medals in history, causing some to say, "No way!"
What is Norway?
A period of two weeks, the name of a music video released last night, and a popular video game.
What is Fortnight? (Fortnite).