19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Christmas Service, Novgorod

I was fortunate to travel to Russia just before COVID hit. A friend brought us to a Christmas service at a Russian Orthodox Church. I stood quietly in back and watched their traditions - no pews or benches, adoration of icons, silent prayers. It was very moving.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Novgorod, Russia
Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
Copyright: © Penny A Parrish