The central worship service of the Orthodox Church, celebrating the Eucharist (Holy Communion). Usually celebrated on Sundays and feast days, the Divine Liturgy consists of the Liturgy of the Word (scripture readings) and Liturgy of the Faithful (Eucharistic prayer and communion). The most common forms are the Liturgies of St. John Chrysostom and St. Basil the Great.

The presentation of the infant Christ in the Temple, where He was received by the righteous Simeon and Anna the Prophetess. Also called the "Meeting of the Lord," this feast on February 2nd celebrates Christ's first entrance into the Temple and Simeon's recognition of Him as the "Light of the Nations." Candles are traditionally blessed.

The first Orthodox bishop consecrated in America, who united various Orthodox communities under canonical authority. Celebrated on February 27th, Raphael arrived from Syria in 1895 and was consecrated bishop in 1904. He traveled extensively across America, establishing parishes and bringing Orthodox communities together under proper episcopal oversight.