The Holy Protection Orthodox Christian Church in Houston, TX is a vibrant and diverse community that serves thousands of faithful from various ethnic backgrounds. Established ten years ago, the church was founded with the goal of providing spiritual support and outreach to Orthodox Christians in the southwest part of the city.
Commemorating the beloved feast day of the Holy Protection of the Mother of God, the church holds a special place among the Slavic peoples and celebrates this feast on October 1, with the Greek tradition observing it on October 28. The church's name, derived from the Russian word "Pokrov" and the Greek word "Skepi," signifies both a cloak or shroud and protection or intercession, reflecting the deep spiritual significance of the feast.
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