Orthodox Christmas Cards: Spread Joy and Faith this Christmas!

The Christmas season is all about spreading joy and celebrating the birth of Jesus with friends and family. Christmas brings a contagious cheerful spirit every December and it's no wonder it's the most anticipated holiday of the year.

This centuries-old holiday has a string of traditions - decorating Christmas trees, having a feast with family and friends, giving gifts, and - a simple one: sharing Christmas cards! The Orthodox Calendar Company offers a variety of Orthodox Christmas cards made with modern design elements. In this article, we’ll explore the tradition of Christmas cards and how you can find the perfect one to gift your friends and family this Christmas!

Importance of Orthodox Christmas Cards

Christmas cards are a simple yet thoughtful way of wishing joy and happiness to a loved one. In Orthodox traditions, Christmas cards are not just messages or greetings, but a way of spreading faith as well.

The Orthodox Calendar Company captures this essence beautifully by including quotations of prominent saints in each Christmas card. The quotations are a reflection of history and faith that keeps alive the traditional aspect of Christmas combined with the comparatively new culture of giving Christmas cards.

Christmas Cards for Orthodox Christians

Here is a list of spiritual quotations printed on these Christmas cards. You can choose a mixed pack of 12 (with 3 of each design) or 16 (with 4 of each). When you're ready to send them, you can pick the card with the quote that resonates most with the recipient.

The Mother of God is more exalted than the Saints in heaven… for she has become the mother of the Creator of all. - St. Gregory Palamas

Give something, however small, to the one in need. For it is not small to the one who has nothing. Neither it is small to God if we have given what we could. - St Gregory of Nazianzus

What shall I say? And how shall I describe the Birth to you? This wonder fills me with astonishment….He who sits upon the sublime and heavenly Throne now lies in a manger - St. John Chyrsotom

This is the night of the Most Gentle One; let no one be cruel. This is the night of the Most Humble One; let no one be proud. Now is the Day of Goodwill; let us not be mean…Invite the poor to your table. - St. Isaac the Syrian

Essence of these Messages

The quotation inside each card is selected carefully - they are not just words, but a representation of Orthodox Christian values such as sharing food with less privileged people, practicing kindness and humility, giving to the poor with whatever means we have, and lastly - celebrating the joy of the Nativity.

These messages propel readers toward spiritual growth by encouraging them to reflect on their habits of giving to others and being grateful, two core values of the Christmas season!

Modern Design with Orthodox Themes

The tradition of giving Christmas cards is centuries old but has remained relevant by adapting to each era.

In today’s world of digitization, the Orthodox Calendar Company has printed Orthodox themes such as the Nativity scene with modern digital animation to make the cards suitable for today’s generation. The cards also show other themes such as Orthodox Christmas traditions of feasting and giving gifts and the image of the Mother of God with baby Jesus, similarly.

However, the animation does not take away from the dignity of the historical scenes represented. The images represent the historical moments of the Christian faith in a thoughtful and reverent manner but are designed to be more appealing to a younger audience.

Quality over Quantity

On the Orthodox Calendar Company website, you can order these four cards as a package of 12 (3 of each card) or 16 (4 of each card). You can choose your preference on the website while placing the order.

All of the cards are made of high-quality, eco-friendly materials. We believe in spreading joy in a sustainable way!

Conclusion

The practice of giving Christmas cards is a simple gesture of spreading joy and encouraging people to reflect on their faith and good habits. They represent another way of dispersing the Christmas spirit among Christians every year and become a tangible, thoughtful memorabilia for years to come. Sharing Christmas cards is a beautiful part of Orthodox Christmas traditions, reminding us of the importance of faith, generosity, and kindness during this holy season.

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