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Indie Alaska

Pilgrimage to Spruce Island | INDIE ALASKA

Spruce Island is considered by many Orthodox Christians to be one of the holiest sites.

Aired 12/05/2019

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Indie Alaska

Pilgrimage to Spruce Island | INDIE ALASKA

Season 6 Episode 14 | 5m 10s

Spruce Island is considered by many Orthodox Christians to be one of the holiest sites.

Spruce Island is considered by many Orthodox Christians to be one of the holiest sites in North America. The island was home to the hermitage of Herman of Alaska during the early 1800s. Every year, in early August, the Orthodox Church in America celebrates the canonization of Saint Herman with a Liturgy, pilgrimage, and banquet.

Aired 12/05/2019

FromDigital Studios

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Indie Alaska

Pilgrimage to Spruce Island | INDIE ALASKA

Season 6 Episode 14 | 5m 10s

Spruce Island is considered by many Orthodox Christians to be one of the holiest sites in North America. The island was home to the hermitage of Herman of Alaska during the early 1800s. Every year, in early August, the Orthodox Church in America celebrates the canonization of Saint Herman with a Liturgy, pilgrimage, and banquet.

Aired 12/05/2019

FromDigital Studios

Problems with Closed Captions? Closed Captioning Feedback

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