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Basilica Photos: 2020 in 100 pictures

The year 2020 has brought unexpected changes in the lives of Christians. Although it was marked by suffering, uncertainty, physical distancing, it reminded us that “life is a gift from God and we must know how to live it in the worthiest way possible” (Valeriu Gafencu). Emotion, pain, but also hope were mostly reflected in…

Dec 30, 2020Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: December 21 – 27, 2020

Please find below our selection of photos taken between December 21 and 27. They document the feast of Nativity across the Orthodox world, current events in society or simply dream-like winter views. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Basilica News Agency (@basilica.ro) Do you want…

Dec 28, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

The Week in Pictures: December 14 – 20, 2020

The feast of the Lord’s Nativity is approaching fast. Carol singers have started to announce the good news in small groups and online. Please enjoy our selection pf photos taken between December 14 and 20, 2020. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Basilica News Agency…

Dec 24, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

The Week in Pictures: December 7 – 13, 2020

Winter has settled, the snow has covered the fields and the Orthodox world prepares for the most important feast at the end of the year: the Nativity of the Lord. We invite you to see our selection of pictures taken between December 7 and 13, 2020. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post…

Dec 16, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

In pictures: Autumn patronal feast at Chapel of National Cathedral 2020

The Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Varlaam of Ploiesti presided over the Divine Liturgy at the Chapel of the National Cathedral on the feast day of Saint John Chrysostom, one of the church’s patron saints, on Friday, November 13, 2020. Photography courtesy of Basilica.ro / Raluca Ene Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaPhotos!

Dec 11, 2020Aurelian Iftimiu

Feast day of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker at the Patriarchal Cathedral | Photo Gallery

On the feast day of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia, His Grace Timotei of Prahova, the assistant bishop to the Archdiocese of Bucharest, celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Patriarchal Cathedral. Photo courtesy of Basilica.ro  / Mircea Florescu

Dec 10, 2020Mircea Florescu

The Week in Pictures: November 30 – December 6, 2020

Romanians have had important feasts this week: the feast of the Holy Apostle Andrew, Protector of Romania, followed by the National Day and the feast of Saint Nicholas. Please find below our photo selection for last week. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Basilica News…

Dec 8, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

The Week in Pictures: November 23-29, 2020

The final fall days mark another step towards the end of year 2020. For the Orthodox, every second is just a snapshot of eternity. Please see below our selection of photos from events between November 23 and 29, 2020. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by…

Dec 1, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

The Week in Pictures: November 16 – 22, 2020

Please see below snapshots of Christian Orthodox life between November 16 and 22, 2020: the first snowflakes, churches, liturgical moments and a food ingredient allowed in some of the Advent days. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Basilica News Agency (@basilica.ro) Do you want to be featured…

Nov 25, 2020Ștefana Totorcea

The Week in Pictures: November 9 – 15, 2020

Last week’s selection of pictures is marked by colourful autumn landscapes, church celebrations and joyful communion. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Basilica News Agency (@basilica.ro) Do you want to be featured in our weekly selection of photos? We would gladly include one of your…

Nov 17, 2020Aurelian Iftimiu

PHOTOS | Feast of Saint Nectarios celebrated at Radu-Vodă Monastery 2020

The assistant bishop to the Archdiocese of Bucharest, Timotei of Prahova, celebrated the Divine Liturgy honouring Saint Nectarios of Aegina at Radu Voda Monastery in Bucharest on Monday, November 9, 2020. This year marked the 100th anniversary of Saint Nectarios’ repose. Photography courtesy of Basilica.ro / Raluca Ene Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaPhotos & @BasilicaNews

Nov 11, 2020Aurelian Iftimiu