Salutations

The Service of the Salutations is known as one of the hymnological masterpieces of the Church. During the first four Salutation services, the Akathist Hymn is sung in parts. The Akathist Hymn is a profound, devotional poem which sings the praises of the Holy Mother and Ever-Virgin Mary. This hymn comprises twenty four stanzas, divided into four parts. One part is sung on each Friday of Great Lent and on the fifth Friday, the entire set is sung in commemoration of a miracle performed by the Virgin in Constantinople.

2026Schedule

First Salutations - Friday, Feb 27
Second Salutations - Friday, March 6
Third Salutations - Friday, March 13
Great Vespers w/ Salutations March 20
Akathist - Friday, March 27

You may also like the following events from St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church:

• This Saturday, 14th February, 07:00 pm, AHEPA Apokries Dance in Wilmington
• This Sunday, 15th February, 11:00 am, GOYA Rise Against Hunger Fundraiser in Wilmington
• Next Sunday, 22nd February, 11:00 am, Spring General Assembly in Wilmington