Russian tsar 'lived secretly as monk in Siberia' for decades after history books say he died

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Russian tsar 'lived secretly as monk in Siberia' for decades after history books say he died

New handwriting analysis suggests his death was faked so he could repent his sins as holy man.

The Convent of the German Diocese Marks its Feast Day and 10th anniversary

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The Convent of the German Diocese Marks its Feast Day and 10th anniversary

In accordance with the decision of the Synod of Bishop of the Russian Church Abroad, Archbishop Mark elevated Nun Maria to the rank of abbess, a joyful yet unexpected surprise for all present. Mother Maria was there at the founding of the convent. It was thanks to her incredible energy that they found a building, which became not only the residence for the nuns, but rooms for many visiting pilgrims.

Orthodox Bulgarians Venerate Piece of St. Seraphim of Sarov's Relics Given to Bulgarian Church as a Gift

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Orthodox Bulgarians Venerate Piece of St. Seraphim of Sarov's Relics Given to Bulgarian Church as a Gift

Patriarch Neophyte: ‘We hope that this precious gift will contribute to the further strengthening of the faith and devotion of the Orthodox Bulgarian people and our God-commanded unity in Christ.’

Pristina Confiscates Monastery Visoki Decani’s Land

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Pristina Confiscates Monastery Visoki Decani’s Land

Pristina aims to become a member of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) while its government is simultaneously depriving the Serbian Orthodox Church’s (SPC) monastery, the 14th century-old Visoki Decani, of its right to property, the Frankfurt-based Serbian language daily Frankfurtske Vesti said on Thursday.

New US House and Senate Bills Aim to Temporarily Defund Planned Parenthood After Scandal

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New US House and Senate Bills Aim to Temporarily Defund Planned Parenthood After Scandal

On Wednesday, Rep. Diane Black, R-TN, introduced the Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2015. With 80 original cosponsors, the bill would immediately deny Planned Parenthood all of its federal money until Congress concludes its investigation of Planned Parenthood's practices.