Republic of Moldova

Romanian Prime Minister meets with Metropolitan of Bessarabia to discuss future projects

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu met with Metropolitan Petru of Bessarabia at the Metropolitan Residence in Chișinău on Friday, October 4. During the visit, several upcoming projects of significant historical and symbolic importance were presented to the prime minister in the context of the Centennial of the Bessarabian Metropolis. The Metropolis will celebrate its 100th…

Oct 10, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Metropolitan Petru of Bessarabia encourages preservation of Romanian values in education

His Eminence Metropolitan Petru of Bessarabia issued a message at the beginning of the school year in the Republic of Moldova, urging all those involved in the educational process to preserve their spiritual and Romanian identity values. “In a school year marked by challenges and opportunities, let us remember our spiritual and Romanian identity values.…

Sep 12, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Southern Bessarabia Diocese: Evaluating past achievements and setting new goals

The Standing Diocesan Council of the Diocese of Southern Bessarabia met on September 5 at the diocesan headquarters in Cahul. The agenda included evaluating the activities of the past four years and setting pastoral, missionary, and catechetical priorities for the future. The meeting was chaired by His Grace Bishop Veniamin of Southern Bessarabia. In retrospect,…

Sep 12, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew blesses pilgrims from Moldova on the Island of Chios

A group of pilgrims from the Republic of Moldova, currently visiting the Island of Chios, Greece, received a blessing from Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew following the Divine Liturgy at the Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Kallimasia. The group was accompanied by Father Marin Osoianu, director of the “Emaus” Pilgrimage Centre of…

Sep 11, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian Ambassador visits Diocese of Southern Bessarabia to discuss ongoing projects and community challenges

On Monday, His Grace Bishop Veniamin, the Bishop of Southern Bessarabia, welcomed His Excellency Cristian-Leon Țurcanu, the Ambassador of Romania to the Republic of Moldova, and Gabriel Nicola, the Consul General of Romania in Cahul, the press office of the Diocese of Southern Bessarabia reported. During the meeting, His Grace Bishop Veniamin highlighted the missionary…

Aug 27, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Metropolitan Petru on Moldova’s Independence Day: A moment of reflection on the Church’s role in preserving identity

His Eminence Metropolitan Petru of Bessarabia sent a message to all Bessarabians on Tuesday to mark the Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova. “On this festive day, we wish to convey our congratulations to all Bessarabian Romanians, both those living on this blessed land and those who, for various reasons, are far away, seeking…

Aug 27, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Religious Education teachers in the Metropolis of Bessarabia set priorities ahead of new School Year

Religious education teachers from the Metropolis of Bessarabia met last week to discuss the new school year‘s curriculum. They established several priorities related to strategies for strengthening religious education in schools. The meeting was held at “Metropolitan Gurie Grosu” Hall at the Metropolitan Residence in Chișinău. The session was streamed online to facilitate participation for…

Aug 26, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

“I am glad that the Romanian Orthodox Church considers us, the youth”: Impressions after ITO Bessarabia 2024

The Metropolis of Bessarabia published impressions gathered from young participants at its Orthodox Youth Meeting ITO Bessarabia 2024. The event was organized by the Romanian Orthodox Parish “Saint Basil of Poiana Mărului” in Orhei, Republic of Moldova, with support from the Romanian government’s Department for Romanians Abroad. In the event feedback questionnaire, one young attendee…

Aug 7, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

22nd anniversary of the official recognition of the Metropolis of Bessarabia celebrated in Bălți

On Tuesday, Bishop Antonie of Bălți held a thanksgiving service to mark the 22nd anniversary of the Republic of Moldova’s official recognition of the Metropolis of Bessarabia. The service took place at the site of the future headquarters of the Diocese of Bălți, which will also include a cathedral. During the service, His Grace Bishop…

Aug 2, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

National Bureau of Statistics of Moldova thanks Metropolis of Bessarabia for support in 2024 Census

The National Bureau of Statistics of the Republic of Moldova commended the Metropolis of Bessarabia for its assistance in organizing and conducting the 2024 Population and Housing Census. “Thanks to your support, data collection activities about individuals and their dwellings took place, which are extremely important and necessary for understanding the demographic, ethnocultural, and socio-economic…

Jul 31, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Metropolitan Petru expresses gratitude to Patriarch Daniel for supporting Bessarabia clergy and faithful

His Eminence Metropolitan Petru congratulated His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel on his 73rd birthday, expressing gratitude for his paternal care and love for the faithful in Bessarabia. “We thank you from the depths of our hearts for the boundless love and paternal care you continuously show towards the clergy and faithful in Bessarabia, whom you have…

Jul 25, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu