How South Florida celebrates Epiphany

Today is Epiphany, recalling when Christians say Jesus' divinity was revealed. For Western churches, it is also known as Three Kings Day, when the Wise Men visited the young Jesus. Hispanic Catholics will celebrate the day at noon Sunday with a parade along Miami's Calle Ocho.For Eastern Orthodox churches, Epiphany marks Jesus' baptism, when the Bible says a dove settled onto him and a voice from heaven declared him "my beloved son." South Florida Orthodox parishes will gather at noon Saturday at St. Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in West Palm Beach, for a "Blessing of the Waters" ceremony.
For Epiphany observances, many churches use incense as a fragrant reminder of the magi's gifts. Eastern Orthodox priests use the day to bless their baptismal fonts by dipping a cross into the water.
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