For the past seventeen years, Christ the Savior has been collecting remnants of the candles that have been offered during worship services and storing them with the hope that at some point, we might be able to locally recycle these candle stubs to be used again by the faithful as they offer their prayers to God.
One of our parishioners, Justin Barkewich, has offered his time and talents, learning the art of candle making, and providing this important ministry to the parish. The candles are made using the traditional dipping method where the candles are dipped in wax until the desired diameter is achieved. It is Justin's hope that this labor of love will help renew the prayers, wishes, and memories of those who originally lit these candles over the years past.
The candle in the Orthodox Christian context is a symbol of a worshiper offering oneself to God. It is also a symbol that represents the Light of God or, more specifically, the Light of Christ. The candles may be made of traditional beeswax or cups of oil with floating wicks.
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Christ the Savior Orthodox Church
10315 Carey Road
Berlin, MD 21811
302-537-6055
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You are invited to join Christ the Savior Orthodox Church for a group outing to opening night of Moses the Black on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:55 pm at Regal Salisbury (2322 North Salisbury Boulevard, Salisbury, MD 21801). Directed by Yelena Popovic, whose earlier film Man of God told the story of St. Nektarios, this powerful new movie is inspired by the life of Saint Moses the Black. The film explores violence, repentance, and radical transformation. Come experience this moving story together as a parish on opening night!
$13,433.00
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