+ HOLIDAYS & CALENDAR +

The EOTC calendar originated from the Egyptian Coptic Church (Sister church).  The two calendars differ with regards to Saints’ days and the time of observing them. The Ethiopian calendar contains 365 days which is added every 4th year an extra day. Each year in this 4 year period is dedicated to one of the four Evangelists; Mathew, Mark, Luke or John.

This year is the year of St. John.

Reference: The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Faith & Order Website. Religious Holidays & Calendar page. https://www.ethiopianorthodox.org/english/calendar.html

See Below for details.

Ethiopian year 2017-2018 (2024-2025)

The year of St. John follows after the Ethiopian Leap year (St. Luke). Each year is divided into 12 months, 30 days each (Solar Calendar). Extra days are placed at the end of the year known as "Pagumen."