Easter 2025 sees continuing discussions on unifying the date of Easter across Christian denominations even as grocery stores adjust their hours. The trends reflect both religious and commercial adaptations to the holiday.

The date of Easter remains a point of contention among Christian churches, with some leaders seeking to unify the observance date after more than four centuries of differing calculations, particularly between Catholic and Orthodox traditions. Aligning with the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, discussions are ongoing, with Pope Francis among those expressing a desire for unification. According to the Associated Press, the current divergence stems from the use of different calendars (Gregorian and Julian) and varied ecclesiastical calculations for lunar cycles and the equinox, leading to potential differences of up to five weeks in the Easter date. Meanwhile, grocery stores like Trader Joe's, Aldi, and Food Lion adjust their opening hours for Easter, reflecting the holiday's impact on retail operations. Rebecca Schneid, reporter, notes that Easter always falls on a Sunday because the Gospels state that Jesus was resurrected on the first day of the week. Looking ahead, future Easters may see more unified celebrations if religious leaders reach a consensus. However, disagreements persist and may prevent unified observance across denominations any time soon.