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A prayer service was held in Penza for the healing of children with serious illnesses and for their parentstranslated

October 1, 2026 · 1 min read

On October 1, 2026, on the day of the celebration of the image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, called the “Healer,” a prayer service was held at the Social Support Fund “Holy Cause” of the city of Penza for the healing of children with serious illnesses and for their parents.  The prayer singing was performed by the confessor of the Penza branch of the Union of Orthodox Women, Hieromonk Melchizedek (Khizhnyak), who spiritually cares for the foundation’s wards. The joint prayer was attended by [...]

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