Pannikhida

A pannikhida is a special kind of memorial service that is done in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Imagine that when someone you love passes away, you want to remember them and pray for their soul to go to heaven. In the Orthodox Church, the pannikhida is a way to do that.

During the service, there are special prayers and hymns that are said for the person who passed away. There are also special things that are done, like lighting candles and incense, which helps to make the service even more special.

A pannikhida is usually done in the church, but it can also be done in other places, like a cemetery or a home. The service is usually done by a priest, but sometimes, family members or friends can do it too.

The important thing about a pannikhida is that it helps people to remember the person who has passed away, and it also helps to give them comfort and hope that their loved one is in heaven. It's a way for people to come together and support each other during a sad time.