Australian Orthodox Christian Black Coffee Mug

Orthodox Christianity in Australia represents one of the most vibrant and rapidly growing expressions of the ancient faith in the Southern Hemisphere, built primarily through the post-Second World War immigration of Greek, Serbian, Antiochian, Romanian and Russian Orthodox Christians who transformed Australia into home to one of the most diverse and dynamic Orthodox communities in the world. The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, established in 1924, is the largest Orthodox jurisdiction in the country and represents one of the largest Greek communities outside of Greece itself, maintaining the ancient Byzantine liturgical tradition with extraordinary fervour and devotion in the antipodean summer and winter. The Serbian, Antiochian, Romanian and Russian Orthodox churches in Australia each contribute their distinctive traditions to the rich tapestry of Australian Orthodox Christianity. Australia has also seen a significant number of Anglo-Australian converts to Orthodoxy, attracted by the depth, beauty and theological richness of the ancient faith. The Australian Orthodox community maintains a network of churches, schools, monasteries and cultural institutions that preserve the Orthodox heritage while adapting to life in the Southern Hemisphere, celebrating Christmas in summer and Pascha in autumn with the same ancient rites brought from the Orthodox homelands of Europe, the Middle East and Russia.

"From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised." (Psalm 113:3)

O Lord Jesus Christ, through the prayers of all the saints of the various Orthodox churches represented in Australia and through the prayers of all the faithful immigrants who brought the ancient faith to the Southern Hemisphere, bless and protect the Orthodox faithful of Australia and grant that the ancient faith may continue to grow in that great land at the ends of the earth. Amen.

This mug makes a meaningful gift for baptisms, name days, feast days, Easter, Christmas or any occasion where the Orthodox faith in Australia and the witness of the Orthodox communities of the Southern Hemisphere is celebrated.

Product Details:

• Premium 11oz black ceramic mug
• Wraparound dye-sublimation print, vivid and long-lasting
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• C-handle for comfortable grip
• Lead and BPA-free
• Printed on demand with care

Shipping:

• UK orders fulfilled locally in the United Kingdom
• US orders fulfilled locally in the United States
• EU orders fulfilled locally in Europe

A daily reminder of faith, for yourself or someone you love.