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New style in the Orthodox church

In accordance with a resolution of the bishops, the Polish government has introduced the new calendar in Orthodox parishes, but Easter and the feasts connected with it will still be observed according to the old style.

New style in the Orthodox church

The Polish government, in accordance with a resolution of the Orthodox bishops of Poland, has published an order that from 22 June the new style is to be introduced into the Orthodox calendar in Poland. Thus 9 June by the old style is to be counted as 22 June by the new. However, the celebration of Easter and of those feasts that are determined by the date of Easter will continue to take place according to the old style.

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