Serbian Orthodox Calendar for February 2025: All Holidays and Sundays
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The Serbian Orthodox Church follows the Julian calendar, which is 13 days behind the Gregorian calendar. Therefore, many Orthodox holidays differ from the state calendars in Western countries. In this blog post you will find an overview of the most important Orthodox memorial days and Sundays in February 2025.
Table: Serbian Orthodox Calendar February 2025
| New Date | Old Date | holiday/commemoration day | Liturgical designation of Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2025 | January 19, 2025 | Saint Macarius the Great of Egypt | |
| February 2, 2025 | January 20, 2025 | St. Euthymius the Great | 32nd Sunday after Pentecost |
| February 3, 2025 | January 21, 2025 | St. Maximos the Confessor | |
| February 4, 2025 | January 22, 2025 | St. Apostle Timothy | |
| February 5, 2025 | January 23, 2025 | St. Clement of Ankyra | |
| February 6, 2025 | January 24, 2025 | St. Xenia of Rome | |
| February 7, 2025 | January 25, 2025 | St. Gregory the Theologian | |
| February 8, 2025 | January 26, 2025 | St. Xenophon and his Companions | |
| February 9, 2025 | January 27, 2025 | Transfer of the Relics of St. John Chrysostom | Sunday of the Tax Collector and the Pharisee |
| February 10, 2025 | January 28, 2025 | St. Ephraim the Syrian | |
| February 11, 2025 | January 29, 2025 | Transfer of the Relics of St. Ignatius the God-Bearer | |
| February 12, 2025 | January 30, 2025 | The Three Hierarchs: Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom | |
| February 13, 2025 | January 31, 2025 | St. Cyrus and John, the free doctors | |
| February 14, 2025 | February 1, 2025 | Pre-celebration of the Presentation of the Lord | |
| February 15, 2025 | February 2, 2025 | Presentation of the Lord in the Temple (Candlemas) | |
| February 16, 2025 | February 3, 2025 | St. Symeon the God-bearer | Sunday of the Prodigal Son |
| February 17, 2025 | February 4, 2025 | St. Isidore of Pelusium | |
| February 18, 2025 | February 5, 2025 | St. Agatha of Sicily | |
| February 19, 2025 | February 6, 2025 | St. Photius, Patriarch of Constantinople | |
| February 20, 2025 | February 7, 2025 | St. Parthenios, Bishop of Lampsakos | |
| February 21, 2025 | February 8, 2025 | St. Theodor Stratelates | |
| February 22, 2025 | February 9, 2025 | Holy Martyr Nikephoros | |
| February 23, 2025 | February 10, 2025 | St. Charalambos the Hieromartyr | Sunday of meat abstinence |
| February 24, 2025 | February 11, 2025 | St. Blaise of Sebaste | |
| February 25, 2025 | February 12, 2025 | St. Meletius, Archbishop of Antioch | |
| February 26, 2025 | February 13, 2025 | St. Martinian of Caesarea | |
| February 27, 2025 | February 14, 2025 | St. Auxentius of Bithynia | |
| February 28, 2025 | February 15, 2025 | St. Onesimos, Apostle of the Seventy |
Spiritual Meaning of the Orthodox Calendar
February is an important time in the Orthodox church year, as it prepares believers for the upcoming Great Lent . Each Sunday has its own spiritual meaning and serves as a time for inner reflection and strengthening of faith .
The saints' days honor role models of faith whose lives and works serve as inspiration for Orthodox Christians. By being aware of these special days, Orthodox believers can consciously plan their spiritual journey , intensify their prayer times , and prepare for the challenges of Lent.
Meaning of Orthodox Holidays in Everyday Life
Considering the Orthodox calendar helps to establish a deeper connection with the Orthodox tradition and the liturgical cycles of the Church. Orthodox holidays commemorate the saints, spiritual growth, and close connection with Christ.
Stay informed about Serbian Orthodox holidays and use this calendar as a guide for your personal faith life.