Relics of Priest-Martyr Constantine Sârbu exhumed in Bucharest
The relics of Saint Priest-Martyr Constantine Sârbu were exhumed on Monday during a special service held at Sapienței Church in Bucharest. His Grace Timotei of Prahova, Assistant Bishop to the Archdiocese of Bucharest, officiated the…
Canada’s Romanian Orthodox Diocese celebrates Saint Andrew, its Patron Saint
The Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Canada conducted a series of events from November 28 to 30 in honour of Saint Andrew the Apostle, the diocese’s spiritual protector. “Saint Andrew the Apostle and the Holy Hierarch…
Romania’s National Day celebrated in Serbia with cultural events
Romania’s National Day was marked by cultural celebrations held by Romanian communities worldwide. In Serbia, the Romanian Embassy organized a reception at the Royal Residence in Belgrade, Beli Dvor, last Thursday. Over 350 guests, including…
Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil attends Romanian National Day reception in Sofia
On Friday evening, His Beatitude Patriarch Daniil of Bulgaria attended a reception organized by the Romanian Embassy in Sofia to mark Romania’s National Day. The event gathered over 400 attendees, including Bulgaria’s Ministers of Defense,…
Patriarch Daniel votes in 2024 Parliamentary elections
On Sunday, His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church cast his vote in the Parliamentary elections. The Patriarch of Romania exercised his right to vote at “Ienăchiță Văcărescu” Elementary School in Bucharest around…
Remembering Saint Cleopas of Sihăstria: 26 years since his passing
December 2 marks 26 years since the repose of Saint Cleopas of Sihăstria, canonized by the Romanian Orthodox Church during its working session on July 11–12. Saint Cleopas was born on April 10, 1912, in…
Patriarch Daniel joins Romania’s National Day reception hosted by President Klaus Iohannis
On Saturday, His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel attended a reception at Cotroceni Palace hosted by Romanian President Klaus Iohannis on the occasion of Romania’s National Day. The event gathered representatives of state institutions, religious denominations, civil…
The call to mission is actual: Bishop Chrysostom of Bukoba and Western Tanzania concelebrates at National Cathedral chapel
On Saturday, His Grace Bishop Chrysostom of Bukoba and Western Tanzania (Patriarchate of Alexandria) emphasized the continued relevance of the apostolic mission, stating, “The paths of Saint Andrew the Apostle must be travelled again today.”…
Romanian MEP explains why diaspora churches received most Government funding
Romanian MEP Gheorghe Cârciu explained to journalist Val Vâlcu why Romanian parishes abroad received the majority of funds provided by the Department for Romanians Abroad, which he led in recent years. “The Church is the…
Patriarch Daniel: Jesus desires restoration of health and renewal of personal connection with God
“Jesus desires that, along with the restoration of people’s health, their personal connection with God—the Source of life and all beneficial gifts—also be renewed,” said Patriarch Daniel on Sunday, referencing the Gospel account of the…
The spirit of unity and faith: Metropolitan Petru’s message on Romania’s National Day
“Let us not forget that the Great Union was not merely a political triumph but, above all, a victory of the Romanian soul, unwavering faith, and self-sacrifice, under the protection and care of the Romanian…
Romanian Orthodox Church calls for prayer, calm, and discernment during current elections
The Romanian Orthodox Church urges prayer, calm, and discernment amidst the ongoing parliamentary and presidential elections. We firmly reject any forms of behaviour that incite division or hatred and emphasize the need for dialogue throughout…
Romania’s National Day to be celebrated with thanksgiving services and hero commemorations
Following the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, December 1, thanksgiving services will be held in diocesan cathedrals, parish churches, and monastic places of worship across the country and abroad to mark Romania’s National Day. These services…
US Orthodox Bishops Assembly releases homelessness guidebook for parishes
A pastoral care and support guide for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their residences has been made available by the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States to…
Patriarch Daniel: Fasting alone is not enough without acts of mercy
“It is not enough to abstain from harming others; one must also do much good to achieve salvation,” Patriarch Daniel reminded the faithful last Sunday during his sermon at the Chapel of St. George the…
