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Orthodox Dormition Fast begins with prayer, fasting and spiritual renewal
The Dormition Fast begins on Friday for Orthodox Christians observing the revised calendar and concludes on 14 August, the eve of the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God. During these two weeks,…
The Week in Pictures: July 20–26, 2026
Last week’s selection of images highlights the celebrations dedicated to the Holy Prophet Elijah, St Mary Magdalene and the Prodromitissa Icon of the Mother of God, while also marking an important anniversary: Patriarch Daniel’s birthday.…
Romanian Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop, Albanian ambassador discuss closer cooperation
Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Varlaam of Ploiești met on Tuesday with Albania’s Ambassador to Romania, Enkeleda Mërkuri, at the Patriarchal Palace in Bucharest. During the meeting, the two sides discussed opportunities for academic and spiritual cooperation…
A Romanian monastery in Canada: “Monastic life is not an escape from the world, but a journey towards God”
“Monastic life is not an escape from the world, but a journey towards God. A monk does not withdraw from people; rather, he seeks to carry everyone in his prayers. This calling is both a…
Bishop Iachint: Christ continues to nourish us today through the Holy Eucharist
“Christ continues to nourish us today through the Holy Eucharist,” said Sunday Bishop Iachint of the Pacific, Assistant Bishop of the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Australia and New Zealand, at Radu Vodă Monastery in Bucharest.…