Bermuda’s Ethiopian Orthodox Church celebrated Maskel Demera on Sunday [Sept 24] at their Debre Genet Cathedral Church in St George’s, with a Liturgical Service followed by the lighting celebration. According to UNEESCO, “The festival of Maskel is celebrated across Ethiopia on 26 September to commemorate the unearthing of the True Holy Cross of Christ. “Maskel is celebrated nationwide regardless of age, gender, language or ethnicity. Live video replay [filmed with permission of the Church]“Prior to the celebration, personal quarrels and social disagreements must be resolved. In this way, Maskel is an occasion for Ethiopians to promote their spiritual life through reconciliation, social cohesion and peaceful coexistence.”Click to enlarge photos:Read More AboutCategory: All, News, Photos

Source: Ethiopian News September 25, 2017 11:37 UTC