Christian observances of Yom Kippur Christian observances of Yom Kippur Christian observances of Yom Kippur occur when a Christian-style Day of Atonement models itself on the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur. The Orthodox Christian Feast of the Cross may be interpreted as a fulfillment of Yom Kippur by some. As observed by the Living Church of God: The Christian Day of Atonement is based on the English translation of the Jewish Holy day Yom Kippur. The day is commemorated with a 25-hour fast by Jews, but normally a 24-hour fast by Christians who observe it. While not observed by the mainstream of professing Christianity, the
Postal holiday Christmas Day. Holidays "Not Widely Observed" are Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday; Presidents Day; Columbus Day; and Veterans Day. If a holiday occurs on Sunday, service will be observed on Monday. The ten postal holidays are: This list is nearly identical to the list of Federal holidays, but does not include inauguration day. If a postal holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday. Canada Post also maintains a list of Postal Holidays. Postal holiday In the United States, a Postal holiday is a Federal holiday recognized by the United States Postal Service, during which no