On January 19, 2025, the clergy and faithful of Nativity of Saint John the Baptist Church in Little Falls, New Jersey, gathered to celebrate the feast of the Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Prior to the Divine Liturgy, four catechumens were baptized. During the Divine Liturgy, the newly baptized were chrismated, tonsured, and churched.
In accordance with the tradition of the Orthodox Church, the Great Blessing of the Waters (“Agiasma”) was served following the Divine Liturgy. Afterward, the clergy and faithful processed to the nearby stream that flows through the neighborhood, singing the hymns of Theophany. There, the waters of the brook were blessed and used to bless all those in attendance.
Following the service, the parish joyfully congratulated Matushka Anastasia on her birthday, along with other parishioners who celebrated birthdays that week.

On Sunday, January 18, 2028, the clergy, parishioners, and guests of Nativity of Saint John the Baptist Church gathered for a joyful Yolka celebration.
Following Divine Liturgy, everyone made their way to the education building next door, beautifully adorned with lights, balloons, and festive Christmas decorations. The celebration opened with a prayer and welcoming remarks from the rector of the parish, Fr. Mark Rashkov, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to the many volunteers—both near and far—whose time and dedication made the event possible.
Guests were then treated to a live Nativity shadow puppet performance, presented by parishioners and directed by Vladislav Guzner. The production beautifully retold the story of Christ’s birth, bringing the Nativity to life in a creative and engaging way.
The second part of the celebration was filled with dancing, singing, and joyful games. Highlights included a ballet performance by the Sunday School children. Children and adults alike were delighted by the appearance of Grandfather Frost (Ded Moroz) and his granddaughter, the Snow Maiden (Snegurochka).
At the conclusion of the Yolka celebration, every child received a holiday gift of sweets, and the festivities continued with warm fellowship.

On January 6–7, the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist Russian Orthodox Church celebrated the Nativity of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The feast began on the morning of January 6 with the Royal Hours, followed by the Nativity Vigil served at 6:00 p.m.
On January 7, the clergy and faithful gathered for the Divine Liturgy. During the communion of the clergy, the rector of the parish, Priest Mark Rashkov, read the Nativity greetings from the Interim Administrator of the Patriarchal Parishes, Bishop Matthew of Sourozh. 
The service concluded with the veneration of the Cross, as the parish choir, led by Alla Kerko, sang Christmas hymns. The celebration continued with fellowship in the parish hall, where the children of the parish performed Christmas carols for the parish lead by the Choir Director, Matushkas Alla Kerko.