Romanian Patriarchate

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.” The bishop celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Chapel of the National Cathedral in Bucharest alongside His Grace Patriarchal Auxiliary…

Dec 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Theology students in Bucharest celebrate Patron Saint Catherine at University Chapel

On Monday, Orthodox theology students in Bucharest honoured Saint Catherine, the patron saint of the Chapel of the Faculty of Orthodox Theology. The Divine Liturgy was celebrated by His Grace Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Varlaam of Ploiești, Secretary of the Holy Synod, along with an assembly of clergy who are also faculty members. “On behalf of…

Nov 26, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 18 – 24, 2024

During the week of 18-24 November 2024, it snowed in many parts of the country, and white-clad landscapes were captured in expressive photo shots. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post:   Vezi această postare pe Instagram   O postare distribuită de Basilica.ro (@basilica.ro) Do you want to be featured in our weekly selection of photos? We…

Nov 25, 2024Ștefana Totorcea

Bishop Paisie of Sinaia defines path to perfection in Christ during anniversary of Romania’s National Cathedral altar consecration

During his sermon on Sunday at the Chapel of the National Cathedral, Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Paisie of Sinaia defined the path to perfection in Christ. His Grace joined the community at the chapel to mark the sixth anniversary of the consecration of the National Cathedral’s altar. Reflecting on the Sunday Gospel about the dialogue between…

Nov 25, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Hate crimes against Christians have increased exponentially in Europe: Which countries top the list

The number of anti-Christian hate crimes has exponentially increased across Europe, according to the most recent report published by the Observatory on Intolerance and Discrimination against Christians in Europe (OIDAC). 2,444 such crimes have been identified in 35 European monitored countries, of which 232 were personal attacks. France, the United Kingdom and Germany are at…

Nov 22, 2024Ștefana Totorcea

“Bring children to God’s house, not in front of the screens” – A call to parents from the Patriarchal Cathedral

On Thursday, Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Paisie of Sinaia addressed the importance of proper upbringing and education of children during the celebration of the Entry of the Mother of God into the Temple at the Patriarchal Cathedral. Referencing how the Virgin Mary was raised from an early age by pious widows in the Temple of Jerusalem,…

Nov 22, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

1,000 Days of War in Ukraine: Ukrainian Orthodox Vicariate prays for peace and refugees

On Tuesday, memorial services for the victims of the war in Ukraine were held across several communities within the Ukrainian Orthodox Vicariate in Romania, marking 1,000 days since the onset of the military conflict. The services, organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Ukraine in Romania, took place in Ukrainian Orthodox churches in Sighetu Marmației,…

Nov 22, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 11 – 17, 2024

Please find below captivating images, showing the beauty of creation in the transition period from autumn to winter, in our Week-in-Pictures photo feature for November 11 – 17, 2024. Bishop Visarion of Tulcea at the church of St. Athanasius in Niculițel, Romania, on November 14, 2024. Photo credit: Diocese of Tulcea Prayer to Holy Hierarch…

Nov 19, 2024Ștefana Totorcea

“Good deeds reflect our love for God,” says Assistant Bishop Timotei of Prahova

On Sunday, Assistant Bishop Timotei of Prahova reminded the faithful at the Patriarchal Cathedral that acts of kindness toward others are ultimately directed toward God. “Every good deed done for others is offered to God. When we help someone in need, we are, in fact, helping God,” the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Bucharest…

Nov 19, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian Orthodox Church encourages charity during Nativity Fast

In a pastoral letter issued on the first Sunday of the Nativity Fast, the Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church calls on monasteries and parishes to organize collections for those in need. “Although throughout 2024 the Church, through its clergy and lay faithful, has endeavored to bring more comfort and relief to those who…

Nov 19, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Ukrainian Orthodox Vicariate opens St. John Chrysostom Bible Study Center in Lugoj

The blessing service for the new Bible study center, dedicated to St. John Chrysostom, was held in mid-October. Fr. Petru Rosoca, dean of Lugoj, led the service, which several Ukrainian and Romanian Orthodox priests joined. This center was established at the request of the faithful who attended the Orthodox Joy Camp for Adults in late…

Oct 30, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu