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.…
Ecumenical Patriarch marks Romanian parish feast in Constantinople, honours modern-day martyrs
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I presided over the Divine Liturgy on Sunday for the patronal feast of the Romanian Church of the Holy Virgin-Martyr Paraskevi in Constantinople. “With the certainty of this life and of the…
First Youth ROARCH camp brings together Romanian Orthodox youth from across Britain
The inaugural edition of Youth ROARCH Camp took place from 21 to 23 July near London, bringing together 35 Romanian children and teenagers from several parishes of the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of Great Britain and…
Basarabia’s Metropolitan Antonie pledges partnership with Republic of Moldova’s new government
The inauguration of the Republic of Moldova’s new government signifies a new beginning that coincides, providentially, with a new phase in the life of the Metropolis of Bessarabia, following the election of its new Primate, as stated…
Canada’s oldest Romanian Orthodox parish announces consecration of rebuilt church
The Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Canada and Dormition of the Mother of God Parish have announced the date and programme for the consecration of the new church of Boian Parish in Alberta—the oldest Romanian Orthodox…
Romania marks 70 years of UNESCO membership, highlighting its rich religious heritage
Romania marks 70 years of UNESCO membership on Monday. On 27 July 1956, the country became a member of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), joining the international effort to protect and…
Patriarch Daniel: God’s gifts multiply through blessing and sharing
“Gifts multiply through blessing and distribution, or by being shared with people,” Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church explained on Sunday at the historic St. George Chapel of the Patriarchal Residence. Quoting St. John…
Romanian Orthodox parish in Venice Mestre buys its first church
The Romanian community in Venice Mestre, Italy, has acquired its own church building. The purchase documents were signed on Friday, 24 July, marking a milestone for the faithful of St. Agatha Parish. The property acquisition…
113 years since the birth of St. John Jacob of Neamț, the Romanian ascetic who sanctified the Holy Land
Thursday marks the 113th anniversary of the birth of St. John Jacob of Neamț, the New Chozebite, who continued the tradition of ascetic life in the Holy Land at the very places where the Prophet…
Romanian Chamber speaker commends Patriarch Daniel’s vision, Church’s role in public life
Romanian Chamber of Deputies President Sorin-Mihai Grindeanu praised Patriarch Daniel’s leadership and the Romanian Orthodox Church’s contribution to public life in a message marking the Patriarch’s 75th birthday. In a congratulatory letter released Wednesday, Grindeanu…
Romanian Senate president commends Patriarch Daniel’s leadership, support for Church’s mission
The President of the Romanian Senate Mircea Abrudean sent a congratulatory message to Patriarch Daniel on Wednesday, praising the Romanian Orthodox leader’s vision and describing the Church as “a source of hope” under his leadership.…
