// What is remembered in the Church on April 16, 2026 The Thursday after Easter is called Bright Thursday. All the days following it are referred to as Bright Easter Week. It is like one long festive day. During this period, it is customary to visit the church, pray, ring the bells after the Liturgy for everyone who wishes, rejoice, and celebrate. Easter of the Dead is the folk name for this day. It reflects the custom of remembering deceased relatives on this day. Navsky Thursday also refers us to the dead. Because in Old Russian, “nav’” means a deceased person or the afterlife. It was believed that on this day the dead return to the earth. In ancient times, it was customary to visit cemeteries on this day, but now it is better to postpone this until Radonitsa — which is celebrated nine days after Easter, meaning this year it falls on April 21. In church traditions, it is not customary to hold memorial services or visit graves during Bright Week. **The Meaning of the Holiday** We continue to rejoice in the Resurrection of Christ with pure Easter joy. **Traditions of Worship** According to traditions, after services on these days, processions and the sprinkling of the faithful with holy water are organized. The Royal Doors in churches are opened wide. **What Can Be Done on April 16, 2026** It is necessary to engage in good deeds. It is a good day to visit the bathhouse. It is worth preparing baked goods and distributing them to those in need. It is good to gather the family for a common dinner. Children can be baptized. **What Cannot Be Done on April 16, 2026** One must not refuse help to anyone. Do not visit cemeteries and do not leave food and alcohol there. One cannot hold noisy feasts and get drunk on this day. Do not engage in handicrafts. One cannot get married. One must not speak ill of anyone, especially the deceased. One must not quarrel. **What Can Be Eaten on April 16, 2026. Fasting Rules** All foods are allowed; there are no restrictions on any products.