April 3, 2009
NEW YORK - The video presentation of "Pascha: The Resurrection of Christ," a program highlighting Orthodox Christian Pascha, or Easter, will broadcast on ABC affiliates nationwide this month. The program, produced by Greek Orthodox Telecommunications and sponsored by FAITH: An Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism, highlights Holy and Great Week, focusing on the deeply moving and ancient services that recount the Gospel narrative leading to the Death and Resurrection of Christ. Archbishop Demetrios of America leads a procession of the faithful around the church and outside where, following the reading of the Gospel of the Resurrection, they proclaim the joyous hymn "Christ is Risen!"
ABC Network has released broadcast dates and times. Visit www.PaschaABC.goarch.org or www.interfaithbroadcasting.com/onair.aspx?PID=306 for details. Please contact the Department of Communications (212-774-0244) if you need assistance.
DVD copies of the program available for pre-sale ($25, includes shipping). To pre-purchase please contact the Department of Communications at 212-774-0244.
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