Message of the Patriarch of Romania to students for the new academic yeartranslated

His Beatitude Patriarch of Romania Mr. Daniel sent a message of blessing to students and academic staff yesterday, Thursday, September 24, on the occasion of the imminent start of the 2026-2027 academic year. "The development of identity, the consolidation and support of the Christian family, the birth and upbringing of children with love for timeless values, the education of young people in the spirit of the Christian faith are priorities and responsibilities for the Family, the Church and the School," said the Patriarch of Romania.

"These aspects underline the importance of achieving a comprehensive education, for the professional and spiritual training of young people, with the aim of their participation in the life of the Church and Romanian society".

The Patriarch's message in detail:

At the beginning of the new academic year 2026-2027, we address a message of blessing to all university and postgraduate students, praying to God that through wisdom, good life and righteous faith, there will be joy for parents, teachers, the Church and the Romanian people.

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