The Khmer (Cambodian) new year is on April 14th, and traditionally, it is a time of honoring your elders, confession, repentance, and cleansing, which fit very well into a Christian context as well. Some may accuse us of cultural piracy but confession is good for the soul. Even though Cambodians see it as a Cambodian holiday, we know the originator of practicing honor to elders, confession, repentance, etc. extends far beyond any culture. That’s why we’re more than happy to participate in a Christian context.
