Greek-Catholic church Our Lady of Damascus
In Malta, Greek-Catholic church Our Lady of Damascus brings Byzantine worship and Catholic communion into one historic setting. Greek Christians founded it in 1530 for families who arrived with the Knights of Saint John from Rhodes.
Those communities carried icons, prayers, and the Byzantine Rite into their new home. The church still holds liturgies shaped by incense, chanted prayer, and ancient eastern traditions. Theophany brings the solemn blessing of waters, while baptisms, marriages, and funerals gather the community around shared milestones. Its Catholic identity meets Greek tradition here, creating a clear connection between East and West.
Celebrations sometimes move into the street, extending the church’s life beyond its walls. Visiting clergy, choirs, neighboring parishes, and local families add voices to this continuing community. Icons from distant lands remain the lasting image of a place where Greek Christians built a spiritual home in Malta.
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