Throughout history, churches and monasteries have served as places where people experience God's presence, receive intercession from the Theotokos and saints, and find spiritual comfort.
A large number of faithful gathered in prayer and joy to receive the holy gift, which brings a new blessing and Heavenly intercessor to the Serbian people.
His Eminence Metropolitan Seraphim (Jojoua), a retired hierarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church, reposed in the Lord yesterday.
St. Gabriel of Georgia is known as a great wonderworker, both during his lifetime, and in repose.
In his remarks in court on October 30, Met. Arseny emphasized a broader perspective on his trial: “I’m not defending myself. I'm defending the good that exists in Ukraine. We’re now being tested on our humanity, our conscience, and our common sense.”