Greek Orthodox Church Easter 2025. Orthodox easter sunday, also known as pascha, is the principal feast of the eastern orthodox christian church, celebrating the resurrection of jesus christ from the dead. The ecumenical patriarchate expressed a wish to establish a common celebration, starting with an official announcement.

It honors the resurrection of jesus christ and is based on the orthodox christian faith. Commemorating not only the crucifixion and resurrection, easter is considered to mark the passing of winter to spring.