Synodal Tomos of the Proclamation of the Canonization of the Holy Pious Martyr Evloghia from Samurcășeștitranslated

The full text of the synodal Tomos proclaiming the canonization of the Holy Pious Martyr Evloghia, presented on Sunday at the Samurcășești Monastery.

The Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church

To the Reverend Clergy, the Reverend Monk and the beloved faithful laymen of the Romanian Patriarchate,

Grace, peace and joy from God, and from Us, bishop's blessings!

It is fitting and worthy of all praise to honor the memory of those who have accomplished themselves in holiness, who gained boldness towards God through their glorious martyrdom. About them, our Lord Jesus Christ tells us that, because they listened to His word, they became "His friends" (John 15, 14).

By their sacrifice they became like the Bridegroom Christ, obeying His word which says: "If the world hates you, know that it hated Me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hates you." (John 15, 18-19). Their martyrdom is the ultimate expression of their faith and love for Christ.

Thus, the Holy Apostle Peter entrusts us with the glory they will receive...