Easter Beach Services | St Lazarus Pissouri

At Easter we hold an open-air service on the beach by the sea at about 1pm. This could be in Pissouri Bay or at another local beach, (watch announcements nearer the time for the venue and time).

The beach service has generated interest from onlookers, who may possibly be a bit perplexed to see people standing around a make-shift altar with the sun, (usually), beating down, battling wind-blown service sheets and ‘altar’ cloth! Their curiosity brings them nearer, and what nicer way to reach out to those who might not normally attend a church service? We are not confined by four walls, so they can walk away if/when they want to, although of course we hope they don’t!

This is a full Holy Eucharist service and has attracted not only onlookers but new congregants as well. It is a great form of outreach.

Your congregation was so warm, so welcoming, so helpful, so happy… and to share the peace yesterday in such a special place was truly unforgettable. ”
Letter from a holiday-maker who stopped to participate

Service on 9 April 2023 at Avdimou Beach, Avdimou

Unfortunately, this year’s weather for our Easter beach service was similar to last year, with clouds and high winds bringing chills to the congregation. However, that aside, the service was enjoyed by approximately 20 people, most of whom stayed for lunch at the adjacent restaurant afterwards.

Service on 17 April 2022 at Melanda Beach, Avdimou

Unlike previous Easter beach services, it was somewhat cloudy and very windy. Please note the stones holding down the cloths! Fr Ian had to compete with the noise of the wind and the roar of the waves. Needless to say, we could not light any Easter candles. For those who stayed after the service for lunch at the taverna, a very nice meal was had by all.