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This is what a Greek Orthodox baptism looks like!

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Here is a short video for anyone that's curious about what happens at a Greek Orthodox baptism

 
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Thanks for sharing! Sometimes a video helps illustrate what at Greek Orthodox baptism is like for those that are not familiar.
 
This child did SOOO well. It was a great video too, and it showed the details of the ceremony. Most videos I've seen have only showed the part with the water.
 
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