Environmental Awareness

Romanian Patriarchate calls for moral responsibility in addressing global ecological crisis

The current ecological crisis is one of the most serious challenges and realities of the contemporary world, with effects visible both in the survival of plant and animal species and in the very existence of humanity. Today, the severe consequences of environmental pollution, the excessive and irresponsible use of new technological advancements, and climate change…

Aug 27, 2025Aurelian Iftimiu

Rev. Prof. Ștefan Buchiu: God’s will must be fully respected so the Earth does not lose its vocation

“People came to understand—albeit late—that God’s will must be respected entirely, even for their own good, so that the earth does not lose its vocation to be a beautiful and useful garden for them, and that the beauty, order, and harmony from the beginning may be restored through their responsible, wise, and selfless attitude,” writes…

Jun 6, 2025Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian priests urge vigilance amid widespread wildfires

Over 13,000 hectares have been affected by vegetation fires this month, prompting many dioceses to collaborate with regional and county representatives of the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations to raise awareness among the faithful. Church and Firefighters Issue Joint Appeal In the Metropolis of Oltenia and the Archdioceses of Suceava and Rădăuți, as well as…

Mar 14, 2025Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian Patriarchate calls for prayer and solidarity amid worsening wildfires

As wildfires continue to spread across multiple regions of Romania, the Romanian Patriarchate urges clergy and faithful in all dioceses to unite in prayer and solidarity. On Sunday, March 16, 2025, during the Divine Liturgy, special petitions “for times of great need and human peril” will be included in the Great Litany and the Litany…

Mar 11, 2025Aurelian Iftimiu