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Romanian Patriarchate voices concern over growing social impact of gambling

Published by Aurelian Iftimiu
28.04.2026

The Romanian Patriarchate expresses deep concern regarding the scale and increasing impact of gambling in Romanian society, a phenomenon affecting not only personal lives but also the stability of families and communities. Practices associated with…

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Romanian Orthodox Church voices strong opposition to proposal to legalise prostitution

Published by Aurelian Iftimiu
13.01.2026

The Romanian Patriarchate expresses deep concern and disapproval regarding an initiative aimed at legalising prostitution, considering such an approach incompatible with Orthodox Christian teaching and with respect for human dignity. Prostitution represents a serious form…