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Baptism of a little camper: A special moment in the Drama Brigadestranslated

September 10, 2026 · 1 min read

In an atmosphere of deep emotion and spiritual joy, the baptism of little Nicoleta, a primary school student, took place on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Holy Church of Genesis of the Theotokos in the village of Taxiarches (Sipsa) in Drama. The mystery gained special splendor, as it was performed by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Drama, Mr. Dorotheos, who conveyed his paternal blessings to the newly enlightened and her family. The day of the baptism coincided with a great Mother of God feast, as the Holy Church of the village was celebrating the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, making the moment even more special for the entire local community.

Little Nicoletta is already closely connected with the local Church. Last summer, in the month of July, she was a camper at the ecclesiastical camps of the Metropolis of Drama, which take place every year in the beautiful surroundings of the Neurokopi countryside. There, the little student lived beautiful moments of teamwork and spiritual cultivation, which found the most beautiful continuation with her entry into the family of the Church through Holy Baptism.

The mystery was attended by Nicoletta's relatives and friends as well as her people...

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