Karbo, Holy Theophany ... icons. But most locals reportedly converted because of theology. “There’s a desire for many people to return to something that is grounded, that is ancient, and ...

It’s called Theophany, or the Feast of the Epiphany, and it’s one of the most important feast days for the Orthodox Christian Church, and commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.

The celebration of the Feast of Theophany dates far back in Orthodox history, Hyatt said. “It’s a very ancient feast,” he said. “It’s been celebrated by the church since way back.” ...