Metropolitan Nicolae marks US 250th anniversary, praises religious freedom and liberty
His Eminence Metropolitan Nicolae of the Romanian Orthodox Metropolis of the Americas issued a message marking the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, describing the nation’s history as “one of the most…
Bishop Ioan Casian: Diocese of Canada Congress seeks God’s will for Church and communities
“This is not merely an administrative meeting or an occasion to present activity reports, but a moment of ecclesial responsibility, in which we seek together to discern God’s will for the life of the Church…
Patriarch Daniel calls Romanian diaspora youth ambassadors of the Christian faith and national values
His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church has encouraged Romanian children and young people living abroad to remain faithful ambassadors of Christianity and Romanian values, emphasising the importance of preserving their language, cultural…
New Assistant Bishop for Australia and New Zealand ordained at Romania’s Patriarchal Cathedral
The newly elected Assistant Bishop of the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Australia and New Zealand was ordained on Saturday at the Patriarchal Cathedral in Bucharest. The Divine Liturgy was celebrated by His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel…
The Week in Pictures: June 29 – July 5, 2026
Unique images captured across the Orthodox world during June 29–July 5, 2026, revealing the beauty of a life lived in faith, can be seen in our latest photo feature. Last week’s most-liked Instagram post: …
Romanian Orthodox Synod elects new Metropolitan of Bessarabia, assistant bishops for Italy and Australia
On Thursday, July 2, 2026, the Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church held its working session in the “Patriarch Teoctist” Aula Magna of the Patriarchal Palace in Bucharest, under the chairmanship of His Beatitude…
Romanian Orthodox Synod elects Bishop Antonie of Bălți as Metropolitan of Bessarabia
The Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church elected Bishop Antonie of Bălți on Thursday as Archbishop of Chișinău, Metropolitan of Bessarabia and Exarch of the Territories. The decision was made during the Synod’s working…
Orthodox Youth Gathering unveils ITO 2026 logo inspired by National Cathedral and Brâncuși
The visual identity of the 2026 International Orthodox Youth Meeting (ITO) has been unveiled, featuring a logo inspired by the mosaics of Romania’s National Cathedral and Constantin Brâncuși’s iconic Infinite Column. According to the organisers,…
Bishop Ioan Casian marks Canada Day with call for gratitude, faith and solidarity
His Grace Bishop Ioan Casian, Romanian Orthodox Bishop of Canada, issued a message on the occasion of 1 July, Canada’s National Day. Bishop Ioan Casian described the celebration as “an opportunity to give thanks for…
Romanian Orthodox parish in Malta seeks book donations for new multilingual community library
The Romanian Orthodox Parish of the Nativity of St John the Baptist in Valletta, Malta, plans to establish a parish library for parishioners, catechumens, children and all those who wish to gain a deeper understanding…
St John Maximovitch, missionary Archbishop of Shanghai and San Francisco, remembered 60 years after his repose
The Orthodox Church on Thursday marks the 60th anniversary of the repose of St John Maximovitch, Archbishop of Shanghai and San Francisco, one of the twentieth century’s most revered Orthodox saints whose missionary ministry extended…
Italian Parliament approves state recognition of Romanian Orthodox Diocese
Italy’s Senate has approved legislation recognising the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Italy, following earlier approval by the Chamber of Deputies. The measure was adopted unanimously in the presence of Romania’s Ambassador to Italy, Gabriela Dancău,…
Bishop Ioan Casian of Canada celebrates 20th anniversary of episcopal ordination
His Grace Bishop Ioan Casian of Canada marks the twentieth anniversary of his episcopal ordination on Thursday. He was ordained to the episcopate on 2 July 2006 at the Cathedral of the Holy Emperors Constantine…
Romanian Parliament recognises martyred Orthodox archpriest Aurel Munteanu as national hero
Romania’s Chamber of Deputies passed legislation on Tuesday declaring Archpriest Aurel Munteanu a martyr and hero of the Romanian nation. The law also establishes the Day of the Romanian Martyrs of Huedin, to be commemorated…
Romanian Orthodox Metropolis expands earthquake relief effort in Venezuela
The Mission Fund of the Romanian Orthodox Metropolis of the Americas has provided substantial financial assistance to support humanitarian relief operations in Venezuela, which was struck by a devastating earthquake last week. In just three…
