With a mix of reverence and joy, the chapel in Tala, Paphos, will welcome visitors from January 2 to 4, 2026. This event celebrates the annual discovery of the Holy Relics of Saint Great Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri.
The organizing committee shared the celebration schedule:
Friday, January 2, 2026
4:30 PM: Grand Festive Vespers led by Bishop Leontios of Chytron.
Saturday, January 3, 2026
6:00 AM: Matins and Hierarchical Divine Liturgy.
4:30 PM: Sacred Supplication to Saint Ephraim.
Sunday, January 4, 2026
4:30 PM: Sacred Supplication to Saint Ephraim.
During the celebrations, pieces of Holy Relics from Saints Ephraim of Nea Makri, George the Trophy-Bearer, Luke the Doctor, Nicephorus the Leper, Anthony, Ephraim of Katounakia, Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene will be available for veneration.
Church visiting hours for veneration:
January 2: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
January 3: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
January 4: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
A visit to the Saint Ephraim Chapel is a great chance to relax your mind and fill your heart with peace.
