Associated Press reports from TarponSprings that Greek-American George Stamas, 16, came up with the white cross during the annual cross dive in the Spring Bayou, part of the Epiphany celebration on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
Greek-Orthodox Christians all over the world celebrated Epiphany Friday with the blessing of the waters ceremonies.
By tradition, a crucifix is cast into the waters of a lake or river, and it is believed that the person who retrieves it will be freed from evil spirits and will be healthy throughout the year.
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