Albanian Church enthrones its new primate, Archbishop John (+ VIDEO)

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Albanian Church enthrones its new primate, Archbishop John (+ VIDEO)

His Eminence John of Korçë was elected Archbishop of the Albanian Church on March 16, following the repose of His Beatitude Archbishop Anastasios in late January.

Commission “inspecting” relics cuts locks to Kiev Caves, Orthodox monks refuse to be part of blasphemy

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Commission “inspecting” relics cuts locks to Kiev Caves, Orthodox monks refuse to be part of blasphemy

The Caves are home to the incorrupt relics of more than 120 saints.

Greek island church destroyed by flames, only icon of Christ survives (+VIDEO)

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Churches and Monasteries

Greek island church destroyed by flames, only icon of Christ survives (+VIDEO)

Despite the best efforts of the Fire Department and Coast Guard, the Church of the Presentation of the Lord was completely destroyed inside.

Prayers requested for Abbot Seraphim of Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia

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Churches and Monasteries

Prayers requested for Abbot Seraphim of Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia

The brotherhood of Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, West Virginia (Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia) is requesting prayers for its beloved abbot Archimandrite Seraphim.

Romanian Church begins process of canonizing holy women

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Romanian Church begins process of canonizing holy women

Last year, the Romanian Church canonized 16 male martyrs, confessors, and ascetics of the 20th century.