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Renewed Churches, Ancient Faith
From restored Romanian temples to joyful anniversaries and pilgrimages of saints’ relics, this week the Orthodox world quietly rejoiced in the living presence of the Church across continents.
Patriarch Porphyrios in Melbourne: “Where Christ Is, There Is Our Homeland
From joyful Serbian diaspora welcome in Australia to missionary journeys in Japan, teachers honoured in Moldova and saints remembered across continents, this week the Church showed again that our true home is wherever Ch
Samuel Returns to Bulgaria
Thousands welcomed the relics of Tsar Samuel after a thousand years, while saints, springs, missionaries, and new churches reminded believers that the Lord still visits His people in quiet and solemn ways.
Joyful Signs of Faith Across the Orthodox World
From an 80-year miracle remembered in the steppe to young hearts gathered in Syria and a new kindergarten blessing children in Africa, September carried quiet yet radiant reminders that Christ is with His people everywhe
Romanian Saints, Bulgarian Pilgrimage, and Quiet Renewal
From newly canonised nuns in Văratec to a Bulgarian Patriarch praying at the Holy Places and teachers seeking strength before the school year, this quarter revealed the quiet, persistent life of the Orthodox Church acros
Monument for Saint Luke Rises in Siberia
From a new church consecrated in a Russian village to missionary gatherings in Greece and a Bulgarian Patriarch praying at the Holy Places, this week the Orthodox world quietly built up the faith in many corners.
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Bishop Porfiry took part in the “Pedagogical Cover” forum, dedicated to the spiritual, moral and family education of youth
On October 21, the Grodno Regional Institute for Educational Development hospitably opened its doors to more than two hundred participants of the Forum of Effective Practices of Spiritual, Moral and Family Education based on the Orthodox Traditions of the Belarusian People “Pedagogical Cover”. Forum…
The rector of the Church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the village of Myto visited a secondary school in the agricultural town of Vaverka
The priest held a conversation with schoolchildren about the sin of foul language, noting that swearing is a spiritual sin that destroys a person’s inner world. This is not just a bad habit, but a spiritual illness. After all, the main purpose of the word is to glorify the Creator, and rotten words are a vice...
Metropolitan Theodore prayerfully honored the memory of his spiritual father, Archbishop Micah
On October 22, the day of the repose of Archbishop Mikhei (Kharkharov) of Yaroslavl and Rostov, Metropolitan Theodore of Volgograd and Kamyshin celebrated the Divine Liturgy with the co-service of the clergy of the Yaroslavl diocese in the Feodorovsky Cathedral in Yaroslavl. By
Cleric of the Pskov diocese elected Bishop of Yenisei and Lesosibirsk
A cleric of the Pskov diocese was elected Bishop of Yenisei and Lesosibirsk news from Pskov and the Pskov region today
The XXΙV St. Innocent readings were held in the Abakan diocese
On October 21, 2026, the annual church and public forum was held in Khakassia - the St. Innocent Readings, which is the diocesan stage of the International Christmas Readings, which are held annually in the capital of Russia. The theme of the conference is “Christian teaching about man and...
A group of students from class 3, A, Lida Gymnasium No. 1 visited St. George’s Church
The rector, Archpriest Dimitry Tararako, spoke about the history of the creation of the church, its structure and attractions, and also drew attention to especially revered icons, introducing the young guests to their origins. At the end of the meeting, Father Dimitri thanked the guys for...
Young artists of the Makhachkala diocese will present their works at the second stage of the international competition “The Beauty of God’s World: the Peoples of a United Russia”
Pupils of Sunday schools of the Makhachkala diocese became winners of the regional stage of the competition in the categories “Main Theme” and “Icon Painting”. The post Young artists of the Makhachkala diocese will present their works at the second stage of the international competition “The Beauty of God’s World:...
The rector of the Church of the Intercession in Derbent gave farewell words to the soldiers leaving for the Northern Military District zone
Addressing the soldiers, priest Mikhail Lobov wished them strength of spirit, courage, God's help and a safe return home. The post The rector of the Intercession Church of Derbent gave farewell words to the soldiers leaving for the Northern Military District zone first appeared on “Mountain of the Lord”.
“Belarus begins with me. Connection of generations. Family is the basis of my responsibility": this is the name of the educational event in Pervomaisky
On October 22, a meeting of the information and educational project “School of an Active Citizen” for students in grades 8–11 was held at the secondary school in the village of Pervomaisky, Lida district. The discussion focused on the following questions: why it is important to study the history of your family and your...
Greek Deputy Foreign Minister meets Romanian Orthodox bishop to discuss Christian heritage and religious freedom
Patriarchal Auxiliary Bishop Varlaam of Ploiești received Ioannis Loverdos, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic, at the Palace of the Patriarchate in Bucharest on Thursday, 22 October 2026. Her Excellency Evangelia Grammatika, Ambassador of Greece to…
The document “Instructions for the acceptance from Ukrainian schismatic structures of persons wishing to join the Russian Orthodox Church” was approved.
On October 22, 2026, participants in the meeting of the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church had a judgment on the approval of the document “Instructions for the acceptance from Ukrainian schismatic structures of persons wishing to join the Russian Orthodox Church” (magazine No. 83).
Topics for consideration by the commissions of the Inter-Council Presence have been approved
On October 22, 2026, during a meeting chaired by His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus', the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church approved topics for consideration by the commissions of the Inter-Council Presence. This is due to the fact that some of the topics that were...
Parish Feast and Ordination in Edmonton
The festival-competition of Orthodox culture for children and youth “Holy Nizhny Novgorod Land” has ended
The festival-competition of Orthodox culture for children and youth “Holy Nizhny Novgorod Land Nizhny Novgorod Metropolis” has ended
35 Years of Patriarchal Ministry
Warmest congratulations to our Patriarch, HAH Bartholomew, Archbishop of Constantinople and Ecumenical Patriarch, on completing 35 years of service as our shepherd in Jesus Christ. Εἰς πολλά ἔτη, Δέσποτα!
Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church: The Tomos of 2018 was a unilateral political act that did not restore apostolic succession, but only consolidated the schism - Members of the Synod adopted “Instructions for the acceptance from Ukrainian schismatic structures of persons wishing to join the Russian Orthodox Church”
On October 22, 2026, during a meeting of the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church in Moscow, a document was approved on the rules for admitting persons from Ukrainian schismatic structures to the Moscow Patriarchate. In this regard, the resolution of the Synod states that this...
Timothy Cardinal Dolan, a Courageous Voice for Religious Freedom and Christian Unity, Receives the Athenagoras Human Rights Award
Timothy Cardinal Dolan, a Courageous Voice for Religious Freedom and Christian Unity, Receives the Athenagoras Human Rights Award Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate
Consecration for the start of the activities of the "Christian Education" of Karditsa
A new period of spiritual meetings and activities begins for the Association of Orthodox Christian Education of Karditsa, focusing on the study of the word of God and the cultivation of the Orthodox Christian life. On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, His Eminence the Metropolitan...
Divine Liturgy took place in the village of Nar
On October 15, 2026, with the blessing of Archbishop Gerasim of Vladikavkaz and Alania, the Divine Liturgy was celebrated in the Church of the Great Martyr George the Victorious in the village of Nar. The service was performed by Priest Georgy Kudzagov, Priest Igor Kusov and Deacon Valery Bobylev. In…
A clergyman of the Makhachkala diocese took part in the IV International Forum of Compatriots
From October 21 to October 24, 2026, the IV International Forum of Compatriots Living Abroad, dedicated to the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia, is being held in Makhachkala. The post A clergyman of the Makhachkala diocese took part in the IV International Forum of Compatriots first appeared on…
I.M. Prevezi: Youth Priests and Catechists Day
The 12th Day of Youth Priests and Catechists was held at the Spiritual Center of the Holy Metropolis in Philippiada, on Saturday October 17, 2026, with the general theme "Together for Catechesis". The Consecration for the start of the new catechetical year was performed by the Head of...
The work of developing a church position on AI has been entrusted to the Synodal Commission on Bioethics and High Technologies
The Synodal Commission on Bioethics is defined as the church structure responsible for developing the position of the Russian Orthodox Church regarding artificial intelligence and other high technologies, with the subsequent presentation of the results of the work to the Hierarchy. Due to…
Holy Synod of Antioch discusses Orthodox developments on third day of sessions
The Holy Synod of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch continued its 16th synodal session on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Balamand, addressing developments across the Orthodox world and issues concerning the welfare of clergy. Presided over by Patriarch John X of Antioch…
Russian Church: Holy Synod document refers to “Novorossiya” and “Ukrainian schismatic structures”
The Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church approved a special document containing guidelines for receiving individuals from “Ukrainian ecclesiastical structures,” which the Moscow Patriarchate describes as “schismatic,” during its meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026,…
October 31
October 31, Saturday, 17:00. All-night vigil. Spassky Cathedral, Penza.
Thanks to the Diocese of Trikki for the offer of school supplies
The Holy Diocese of Trikki, Gardiki and Pyli issued a statement of thanks, on the occasion of the public's response to the distribution of school supplies to families facing financial difficulties. Thank you in detail: With the grace of God and the touching response...
Archbishop of Albania inaugurates new Byzantine Music School building in Tirana
The new, modern building of the “Ioannis Koukouzelis” School of Byzantine Music was officially inaugurated in Tirana, Albania, marking an important step in the preservation and promotion of Orthodox liturgical music. Archbishop Ioannis of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania presided…
Bulgarian Patriarch Daniel bow to the Belt of the Most Holy Theotokos and be honored at the Vatopedi Manastir
With special solemnity on the 22nd October of Negovo, His Holiness the Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil and the friendly confessors of the Byakh, consecrated the Vatopedi Manastir on Sveta Gora - Aton. Primates at the BOC - BP e at the Holy Mountain for the time being at the brotherhood at the Zografskata light monastery, kadeto...
The Holy Synod decided to rename the Holy Bogolyubsky Alexievsky Monastery in the city of Vladimir
On October 22, 2026, at the Patriarchal and Synodal residence in the Danilov Monastery in Moscow, under the chairmanship of His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus', a regular meeting of the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church took place. At the request of the Metropolitan...
“Not a lecture, but a live dialogue”: Archpriest Alexander Ranne spoke with high school students about moral choice
On October 22, 2026, as part of the development of spiritual and moral education in the Batetsky district, a meeting was held between representatives of the Department of Religious Education and Catechesis of the Novgorod Diocese with students and teachers of the secondary school in the village of Batetsky.
Message of His Eminence Metropolitan Aetolia and Acarnania and Damascenes for Sunday, October 25, 2026
My beloved Fathers and brothers, My beloved children in the Lord, Who is God? What does he want from us? Should we fear Him? Should we expect His punishment every moment? Are we to believe that he watches our mistakes to punish us? Is God really something...
The anniversary event for Bishop Rogon Iosif at the homonymous Castle was a success
An anniversary event was held on the occasion of the completion of two hundred years since the legendary Exodus of Messolonghi and the heroic death of Bishop Rogon Iosif. On Sunday morning in the Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos Castle of Rogon, a high priestly liturgy was held by...
Children and Youth Choir of the Cultural Foundation of I. M. Etoloakarnania
A new, creative initiative, dedicated to children and young people, is being undertaken by the Cultural Foundation "St. Eugene the Aetolos" of the Holy Metropolis of Aetolia and Acarnania, with the creation and operation of a Children's and Youth Choir, offering children and...
In the Kashinsky district, work is being completed on the Kashin-Vlasyevo road, on which ten churches are located
The updated road will provide more comfortable and convenient access to remote villages, including rural churches in Lobkovo, Davydovo, Savtsyno, Unity and others Message In the Kashinsky district, work is being completed on the Kashin-Vlasyevo road, on which ten churches are located...
Reception of the Holy Icon of Panagia Pantanassi in Patras in November
With due splendor, Patras is preparing to welcome, as part of the 2026 Protokletions, the faithful copy of the Holy Icon of Panagia Pantanassi from the Holy Great Monastery of Vatopedi. The faithful copy of the Holy Icon of Panagia Pantanassi, which is…
Greek Deputy FM meets Patriarchal Vicar Bishop Varlaam in Bucharest
Bishop Varlaam of Ploiești, Patriarchal Vicar of the Romanian Orthodox Church, received Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ioannis Loverdos at the Patriarchal Palace in Bucharest on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The meeting was also attended by Greece’s Ambassador to Romania, Evangelia…
The patronal feast day in honor of the Korsun Icon of the Mother of God was celebrated in the Holy Trinity Church in the village of Gorki
On October 22, the Holy Trinity Church in the village of Gorki celebrated its patronal feast day. On this day, the Korsun Icon of the Mother of God is honored, to which one of the chapels of the church is dedicated. The Divine Liturgy was performed by the dean of the Kameshkovo church district, Priest Georgy Friedman, concelebrating...
The Holy Synod decided to appoint an acting governor of the Nilo-Stolobensk Hermitage
According to Journal No. 95, at the request of Metropolitan Ambrose of Tver and Kashin, Abbot Gabriel (Baglai) was relieved of his post as abbot of the Nilo-Stolobenskaya Hermitage monastery. Message The Holy Synod has decided to appoint an acting governor...
Metropolis of Austria honors Ecumenical Patriarch on 35 Years of Patriarchal Ministry
The Holy Metropolis of Austria has expressed its profound gratitude and filial love for Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the 35th anniversary of his election to the Ecumenical Throne on October 22, 1991, praising his longstanding commitment to Church unity, peace and…
From the Christian world
Chicago artist creates Marian icon for Pope Leo XIV, who will keep the image in his bedroom
A Chicago iconographer had just one week to create an icon of Our Lady of Good Counsel for Pope Leo XIV, forging a spiritual connection through art, prayer, and vocation.
U.S. bishops urge continued immigration protections for Ukrainians, Salvadorans
Ukrainian and El Salvadoran temporary protected status (TPS) beneficiaries will continue to retain immigration protections, pending an announcement “made at the appropriate time,” the government said.
A Note on the Elisabeth Elliot Article
I’ve always admired Elisabeth and Jim Elliot. Both are true heroes of the faith: Jim, a martyr, and Elisabeth, a woman of undaunted courage. After Jim’s death, Elisabeth took the baton, went to the Waorani, and successfully shared the gospel with the very people who had killed…
Venite ad Me: An encounter that attracts and captivates
Our Editorial Director reflects on the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith's new document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change." Read all
WCC Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement Meeting in Ghana
WCC Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement Meeting in Ghana RMP Thu, 10/22/2026 - 18:02 The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement (Youth Commission) will hold its second in-person meeting in Accra, Ghana, from…
At IMF-World Bank talks, churches call for grants, not loans
At IMF-World Bank talks, churches call for grants, not loans valter Thu, 10/22/2026 - 15:28 The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group held their 2026 Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 to 18 October. At the same time, churches and civil society met…
Cardinal Parolin: We ask for peace through the intercession of St. John Paul II
The Secretary of State celebrates Mass at the tomb of the Polish Pope on the day of his liturgical memorial and remembers how in 2005 he said how peace needs to be “maintained and fostered by decisions and actions inspired by good.” Read all
UK Christians Question Using the Term Christian Nationalism
While advising the bishops of the Church of England on the term Christian nationalism earlier this year, Luke Bretherton, regius professor of moral and pastoral theology at the University of Oxford, had a straightforward piece of advice: Don’t use it. “The term Christian…
