Albanian New Martyr Nicholas Honored in Korçë and Berat
The memory of the New Martyr Nicholas was solemnly commemorated with liturgical celebrations in both his birthplace, Vithkuq in the region of Korçë, and in Berat, where he lived and ultimately suffered martyrdom.
In Vithkuq, the Divine Liturgy was celebrated by Metropolitan Anastasios of Korçë. At the conclusion of the service, a procession with the icon of the New Martyr took place around the church, with clergy and faithful participating prayerfully in the celebration.
Meanwhile, in Berat, festive services were held at the Church of the Archangel Michael, where Metropolitan Astios of Berat presided over the Divine Liturgy.
A highlight of the celebration was the opportunity for the faithful to venerate the precious skull relic of St. Nicholas, drawing numerous pilgrims who came to honor the saint and seek his intercessions.
