Orthodox Great Lent 2025. On march 18, orthodox christians embarked on the great lent, a period of preparation for easter, which this year falls on may 5 according to the julian calendar. In the orthodox church, easter—the celebration of christ’s resurrection from the dead—is known as pascha (passover).

On march 18, orthodox christians embarked on the great lent, a period of preparation for easter, which this year falls on may 5 according to the julian calendar. Begin your spiritual journey this year because orthodox lent begins on march 18!