Aurelian Iftimiu

The Glory of Christ: A reflection by Patriarch Daniel at Cernica Monastery

On Tuesday, Patriarch Daniel participated in the historic patronal feast of Cernica Monastery. There, he spoke to the faithful about Christ’s glory, the reasons it was revealed on Mount Tabor, and the event’s significance. At the end of the service, the Patriarch of Romania was congratulated on the 37th anniversary of his monastic tonsure. The…

Aug 7, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

22nd anniversary of the official recognition of the Metropolis of Bessarabia celebrated in Bălți

On Tuesday, Bishop Antonie of Bălți held a thanksgiving service to mark the 22nd anniversary of the Republic of Moldova’s official recognition of the Metropolis of Bessarabia. The service took place at the site of the future headquarters of the Diocese of Bălți, which will also include a cathedral. During the service, His Grace Bishop…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Authentic joy is not the result of a click: Adrian Lemeni’s address to youth at Oașa Monastery Camp

Last week, Adrian Lemeni, an associate professor at the Faculty of Orthodox Theology in Bucharest, addressed the young participants at the International Camp at Oașa Monastery. He stressed the importance of seeking and attaining authenticity in their lives. “Especially for you as young people, it is essential to have the courage of authenticity. Do not…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Nemțișor Camp celebrates 15th anniversary with special activities for over 500 youths

The Archdiocese of Iași celebrated the 15th anniversary of the Nemțișor Camp with special activities attended by more than 500 young people. The anniversary edition took place from July 22 to July 25 in the Friendship Glade at Nemțișor, a scenic area located in Romania, specifically within the Neamț County in the historical region of…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Diaconia Mission hosts summer camp for Ukrainian mother-child refugees

In July, the Diaconia Social Mission of the Metropolis of Bessarabia organized a summer camp for Ukrainian mother-child refugee pairs. The camp hosted 47 mothers and 62 children. According to a press release from the Diaconia Social Mission, the “Bridges of Solidarity” camp included activities to strengthen the bond between mothers and children, such as…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Patriarch Daniel confers ecclesiastical awards to priests as token of recognition for their ministry and dedication

On Wednesday, His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel blessed twelve priests to become confessors (spiritual fathers) and elevated nine hieromonks to the rank of protosyncellus during a special ceremony at the historic Chapel of Saint George at the Patriarchal Residence. His Beatitudes addressed the clergy about confessors’ responsibility to exercise discernment in their pastoral duties, saying, “A…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

New Romanian priest installed at St. Demetrios Parish in Brisbane

On Sunday, July 28, His Grace Bishop Mihail, the Romanian Orthodox Bishop of Australia and New Zealand, presided over the installation ceremony of Father Mihai Suciu, the new parish priest of St. Demetrios Parish in Brisbane. Father Mihai Suciu, who was ordained earlier this year, comes to the Brisbane community from New Zealand and brings…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Metropolitan Nicolae of the Americas on the Dormition Fast: History, practices, and spiritual significance

At the beginning of the Dormition Fast, Metropolitan Nicolae of the Americas published a message describing the history and characteristics of this fasting season, which he described as the “appropriate time to read the Supplicatory Canon to the Mother of God and fervently ask for her help and protection.” His Eminence recalled that the Dormition…

Aug 1, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

National Bureau of Statistics of Moldova thanks Metropolis of Bessarabia for support in 2024 Census

The National Bureau of Statistics of the Republic of Moldova commended the Metropolis of Bessarabia for its assistance in organizing and conducting the 2024 Population and Housing Census. “Thanks to your support, data collection activities about individuals and their dwellings took place, which are extremely important and necessary for understanding the demographic, ethnocultural, and socio-economic…

Jul 31, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Metropolitan Ioan of Banat calls for acts of kindness during the Dormition Fast

“We are all called to weave a crown of good deeds, following the example of the Mother of God and the saints, by helping our brothers and sisters who are suffering at home and in hospitals, orphans and widows, the elderly burdened by loneliness, need, and frailty, and large families, combining good deeds with prayer,”…

Jul 31, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Constantin Brâncuși’s outdoor sculptures added to UNESCO World Heritage list

The monumental ensemble “Heroes’ Way” by sculptor Constantin Brâncuși was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday. The ensemble consists of the works “The Table of Silence,” “The Alley of Chairs,” “The Gate of the Kiss,” and “The Endless Column,” created by Constantin Brâncuși between 1935 and 1938. The National League of Women…

Jul 31, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu