Orthodox and Western Churches Don't Celebrate Easter Together.
Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter on April 12th. This is later than the Easter celebrations of Western churches. The article explains why the dates are different.
The difference in Easter dates is due to the calendars used by the churches. Orthodox Christians use the Julian calendar. Western churches use the Gregorian calendar. This calendar difference means Easter falls on a different day for each group. The article discusses the historical reasons for this divergence. It also describes how both groups observe the holiday.
Summarized from the sources above. Read the originals for the full story.
Highlights
Orthodox Easter Date
Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter on April 12th.
Different Calendar Use
The Orthodox Church uses the Julian calendar.
Western Churches' Easter
Western churches celebrate Easter on a different date.
Timing Difference Explained
The difference in dates is due to calendar variations.
Observance of Festivals
The article explains how both Easter celebrations are observed.