Archbishop of Albania: Let us continue Blessed Archbishop Anastasios’ vision

On June 8, 2026, Archbishop Ioannis of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania, together with Metropolitan Anastas of Korçë, the clergy of the holy Archbishopre Protopresbyter Spiro Topanxha, Fr. Viktor Bërdufi, and Archdeacon Johan, officiated the Service of the Blessing of the Holy Water (Agiasmos) and the blessing of the new school building under construction near the Church of the Annunciation in Tirana.

Also present at the service were  Metropolitan Nikola of Apollonia and Fier, Bishop Ignat of Amantia, Mr. Andi Rëmbeci, Director of the “Spirit of Love” Foundation, as well as teachers, parents, and students.

In his address, Archbishop Ioannis stated:

“Today is a day of great joy, as we lay the foundations of a school that is of great importance.

First of all, I would like to thank Archbishop Anastasios for his vision in establishing schools.

I would also like to thank Metropolitan Anastas of Korçë, who devoted considerable time to preparing the necessary documentation, overseeing numerous procedures related to obtaining the construction permit, handling payments, and attending to all the requirements necessary for the realization of this project.

I would like to express my…