Moldovan president conveys congratulatory message on occasion of Birth of Lord
President Maia Sandu has conveyed a congratulatory message to citizens who are celebrating the Nativity of the Lord today. On this occasion, the head of state wished them peace in their hearts and the presence of loved ones.
“Merry Christmas to all those celebrating the Nativity of the Lord today! May we have peace in our hearts and our loved ones close to us,” Maia Sandu emphasized.
Old Calendar Orthodox Christians today are celebrating the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas), one of the 12 major feasts of the Lord or Imperial feasts, preceded by a 40-day fast. On this occasion, religious services are being held in holy places across the country.
Old-style Christmas, according to the Julian calendar, is marked on January 7. Believers who follow the Gregorian calendar celebrated Christmas on December 25.
In order to give everyone the opportunity to celebrate with their families, the authorities have ruled to declare official public holidays on December 25, January 7 and January 8.
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