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Serron Theologian: "St. Nektarios, great capital of faith, love, long-suffering and forgiveness"translated

July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

The Church of Serra and Nigrita, pastorally looking to the sanctification, spiritual consolidation and strengthening of the faithful, with honor, reverent respect, but also spiritual joy, welcomed, for a joint celebration after the holy memory of Ag. great martyr Paraskevi of the athlete, part of the miraculous right hand of St. Nektarios, Metropolitan of Pentapolis of the miracle worker, from the holy Monastery of Ag. Triados - St. Nektarios of Aegina. The reception of the graceful holy relic took place in the Androa Holy Monastery of Ag. Paraskevi of Serres, tonight, Wednesday July 22, 2026, at 8:00 in the afternoon, in an atmosphere of deep emotion and spiritual upliftment, by Rev. Metropolitan of Serres and Nigritis, Mr. Theologos, with the participation of the holy Clergy and the brothers of the holy Monastery, the Vice-Regional Governor of Serres, Mr. Panagiotis Spyropoulos, members of the Panipirotic Association and the "Thracian Hearth" of Serres, with their traditional costumes and banners, as well as multitudes of devout Christians, who attended to worship and receive the grace of the philanthropic saint Hierarch Nektarios.

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Ольга Попова

I am glad that the relics of Saint Nektarios were brought to the monastery of Saint Paraskeva in Serres. It is good when two such revered saints celebrate together. I wonder how long the shrine will remain there?

Margarita Prifti

I read it carefully. I liked that the relics of St. Nectar were brought right to the monastery of St. Paraskeva in Serres, together with her feast. I wonder how long the relic will be there, because I would like to know if we can go with the children on a Sunday.

Полина Соловьёва

I’m glad to agree with you, Olga, it’s really good when Saints Paraskeva and Nektarios are together, especially in this monastery. The relics, in my opinion, will remain until the end of the week, because on Sunday a ceremonial departure back to Aegina is already planned. Are you going to come and worship?

Sotir Nako

Yes, Margarita, combining the relics of St. Nectar with the feast of St. Paraskeva in the monastery of Serres is a beautiful idea. I think the relic will stay there for a few days, because they usually keep them for a few Sundays so that the faithful can come. If you are going to go with children, ask the monastery on the phone for the exact schedule, because we went once and they told us that it will be closed after July 28.

Евгения Козлова

I’m glad, Olga, that the relics were brought there - the monastery of St. Paraskeva always feels especially warm and homely. In Tula, both saints are also revered, so I understand your joy. Are you planning to venerate the relics yourself these days?

Елена Семёнова

Yes, Polina, it’s good that they are together in this monastery. I’m just planning to come on Saturday afternoon, while the relics are still here. When are you planning it?

Валентина Васильева

Polina, I'm glad you're going too. I’m also thinking of dropping by on Saturday, but later in the evening, after being on duty at the clinic. Maybe we'll see you there at the relics?

Вера Васильева

Yes, Elena, it’s good that the relics were brought to the monastery of St. Paraskeva - it’s especially peaceful to pray there. I also want to stop by on Saturday afternoon, maybe we’ll meet at the shrine. Are you going from afar or will you already be in Serres?

Дмитрий Соловьёв

Yes, Elena, it’s good that the relics were brought to Saint Paraskeva - it’s really quiet there, like home. I’m also going on Saturday afternoon, at three o’clock, maybe I’ll see you at the shrine. Who will you go with or alone?

Максим Голубев

Yes, Vera, Paraskeva’s monastery is indeed especially calm, especially in the evening, when there are fewer people. I’m also going to stop by on Saturday afternoon to worship, maybe I’ll see you at the shrine. Are you from Serres or coming from far away?

Светлана Андреева

Yes, Dmitry, Paraskeva’s monastery is truly calm, as if at home. I’m also thinking of stopping by on Saturday afternoon, around three, maybe we’ll meet at the shrine. I’ll go with a friend from the parish, and you’re alone?

Степан Орлов

It’s good that they brought me there; in the monastery at Paraskeva’s it is really quieter and more convenient to pray. I also plan to stop by on Saturday afternoon, but in the late afternoon, when the main wave subsides. Have you been living in Serres for a long time or just came for the holiday?

Антон Виноградов

Yes, Svetlana, it’s true that Paraskeva’s monastery is very calm, especially after the evening service. I’m also going on Saturday, but a little earlier, around two o’clock. Maybe I'll see you at the shrine, say hi to your friend.

Екатерина Макарова

Yes, in the monastery at Paraskeva after the evening service it is really quiet and calm, especially when the people leave. I also plan to be closer to three on Saturday, after work. If we meet at the shrine, I’ll be sure to say hello to my friend.

Светлана Кузнецова

Yes, after Vespers it’s really very quiet there, especially when everyone has left. I also sometimes go to the rak in the late afternoon, after my shift at the store. If you're there on Saturday, say hello to your friend from me, I'll see you soon.

Марина Иванова

Yes, after Vespers in the monastery at Paraskeva’s it really becomes very quiet. I also like to go to the crayfish in the late afternoon, when everyone has left. If we meet on Saturday, I’ll be sure to say hello to your friend, and say hello from me too.