Anybody Greek Orthodox?

[Kimberle]

Dh's bro is married to a Greek girl & they're bringing their kids up in that faith.

As the oldest is 7, 1st grade. I was just wondering what to expect "ceramony" wise and at what age. (Catholics have 1st communion, etc.)

Thanks,

 

[airhead]

I'm a greek. First Communion,confirmation all happen when you are baptized. I call it the "big dunk". And its all done when you're a baby.

 

[Kimberle]

*LOL*

Yeah, it was a "big dunk"! Cource it was all in Greek, so I didn't understand a word!

Thanks, I guess I just have HS graduation, etc. to "look forward to".

 

[airhead]

Actually,Easter is HUGE for Greeks. A special candle for church is a really nice thing to get your nieces! And don't forget the red Easter eggs!! Christos Anesti!

 

[BethR]

Originally posted by airhead
Christos Anesti!

Alithos Anesti!

(I'm not Greek Orthodox, but Byzantine Catholic. We say "Christos Voskrese!" but we also make the exclamation in other languages as well on PASCHA! )

When are you celebrating Easter this year, airhead?

 

[Briar Rose 7457]

My neighbor sends his kids to "Greek School". I think they learn language and culture as well as religion.

 

[Lanshark]

I was born, dunked and raised Greek Orthodox. Now I'm Baptist. Talk about a huge transformation.

 

[airhead]

I went for 8 years!!!