Bishop Methodius of Yegoryevsk performed the rite of consecration of the foundation stone for the foundation of the Church of the Martyr Elizabeth in Eastern Izmailovotranslated

July 25, 2026 · 1 min read

On July 19, the temporary administrator of the Eastern Vicariate, Bishop Methodius of Yegoryevsk, performed the rite of consecrating the foundation stone of the Church of the Holy Martyr Elizabeth in Eastern Izmailovo.

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Dušan Jovanović

The work that Bishop Mefodija personally came to sanctify the stone. In Izmailovo, we really need that church of the Venerable Martyr Elisaveta, the place is big and the church is small. May it benefit everyone who lives there.

Thomas Taylor

Good to see Bishop Methodius there in person for the foundation stone. East Izmailovo really does need that church—it's a big district with not enough temples. Pray it serves the neighborhood well.

Анна Воробьёва

I am glad that Bishop Methodius himself came to consecrate the foundation stone. In Eastern Izmailovo there is indeed a large area, but there are few churches; our children from school sometimes go there on excursions. Let the new Church of the Martyr Elizabeth become a real center for the locals.

Ирина Соловьёва

It’s good that Bishop Methodius himself came, you can always feel it. In Eastern Izmailovo there really is a lot of space, but there are not enough churches; our parishioners from that area sometimes complain. Let the new Church of Elizabeth become a calm and necessary place for people.

Екатерина Соловьёва

I agree, Anna, there really aren’t enough churches in Eastern Izmailovo. I was there a couple of times for football with friends, the area is large, but it’s far from the nearest church. I wonder what kind of school is yours, from which children go on excursions?

Stephen King

Yes, Bishop Methodius made the trip out himself, which meant a lot to the folks who showed up. East Izmailovo has been waiting years for its own proper church; the nearest one is a solid hike away. Hope the building goes smoothly from here.

Diego Martínez

I’m glad that Bishop Methodius himself came to consecrate the stone, it’s always noticeable. There really aren’t enough churches in Eastern Izmailovo; I visited a friend there a couple of times after a shift at the hospital and saw how far it was to get there. Let the new Elizabeth Church be a peaceful place for local families.

Katherine Johnson

Yeah, it was good he came himself — the locals really appreciated it. My running route sometimes takes me past there, and it's been nothing but an empty lot for ages. Fingers crossed the construction stays on schedule.

Sofija Kostić

I agree, Dusan, it's really nice that Bishop Methodie came in person. Izmailovo really lacks a church, and this one dedicated to the Reverend Martyr Jelisaveta will serve the people well. Have you heard when they plan to start construction?

Стоян Колев

I am glad that Bishop Methodius personally came to consecrate the stone. In Izmailovo, the area is indeed large, but the churches are few - the same as here in Tarnovo years ago. I hope the construction goes smoothly and without major delays.

Ηλίας Χατζής

It is good that Bishop Methodios came alone to lay the foundation stone. In Eastern Ismailovo, the area is indeed large and the churches are few, as most people here say. I hope the project moves forward quickly without major delays, so people there have a place to go.

Emily Baker

Yeah, it's nice when the bishop makes the time—shows the parish it's a priority. That empty lot has been an eyesore on my way to the youth group hikes. Hope the schedule holds; maybe we'll get to see the foundation poured before winter.

María Sánchez

Yes, I agree, the presence of Bishop Mefodий gives more weight to the event. I live near there and I also notice that people have to walk quite a bit to get to mass. Hopefully the new church of Saint Isabel will be a quiet corner where the families of the neighborhood can meet without haste. Does your friend still work at that same clinic?

Sergio Fernández

Yes, Bishop Mefodий gave it a solemnity that is noticeable. I also pass through that area and it is true that people walk a lot, especially mothers with small children. My friend is no longer in that clinic, they changed her to the one on 7 de Julio Street last month. Hopefully the church will be ready soon.

Sergio Fernández

I'm glad you mentioned the distance after shifts at the hospital, my husband works in a similar one and always arrives tired. Hopefully the church of Saint Isabel will also serve so that the children of the neighborhood have a quiet place to play after school. Does your friend live right next to the new lot?

Pablo Romero

Yes, Bishop Mefodий knows how to give that touch that is truly felt. I also pass by there with my five-year-old son and I notice the same thing, especially the mothers with strollers. Did your friend tell you if the new clinic on 7 de Julio is more comfortable? I hope the church advances quickly, it would be good for all of us.

Rubén Romero

Yes, Bishop Mefodий always does it with great calm and respect, it shows. My son is now 15 and sometimes he accompanies me to mass in that area, although he no longer uses a stroller. I tried the new clinic on 7 de Julio last week and it is more comfortable, especially the waiting rooms. I hope the church is ready soon, we really need it.

Diego Martínez

Yes, Bishop Mefodий's touch is immediately noticeable, especially in those quiet moments. My oldest daughter lives nearby and told me that the new clinic on 7 de Julio has better seats to wait in, although the parking lot still needs to be finished. I hope the church advances without delays, we families there need it.

Fernando García

Yes, Bishop Mefodий always brings that calm that is noticeable in the atmosphere. My little grandson was also passing by in the stroller and the mothers commented the same thing. I visited the 7 de Julio clinic recently for a check-up and the rooms are larger, although there is still a lack of parking. I hope the church doesn't take too long.