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In the Remission of Our Sins – Which Sins?

At Baptism, we are forgiven all our past sins, and in a confession the sins that we confessed. But when we hear the chant "in remission of the sins" at Communion, to which sins does it refer? Archpriest Vladimir Dolgikh explains.

Humility and prayer: what the elders from Mount Athos say

One cannot become pure just by saying Jesus' Prayer. One must exercise humility and appropriate exertion. A prayer without humility or exertion, your prayer is useless.

Convent's Recipes: Belarusian Draniki

Today we will cook something that everyone likes. At least Sister Tatiana has not met such people who would not like Belarusian draniki. And we will cook them from the simplest products: from potatoes, onions, salt and oil.

About Belarus and its People

The following is a message given by Metropolitan Philaret (Vakhromeev) on January 12 about Belarus and its people. "I learned much from humble ordinary working people..."

What is the true meaning of prayer?

With prayer, we enter a conversation with the Creator to partake of His infinite love, eternity and immortality. We do not pray to have our wishes fulfilled, but to become closer to God.

Three Novices Tonsured

On April 18, 2022, Metropolitan Benjamin of Minsk and Zaslavl, Patriarchal Exarch of All Belarus, performed the tonsure of three novices of the Convent's Optina Elders Brotherhood. The brethren will continue with their obediences in our convent.

Convent Summer News

This year's Lenten and Paschal periods at our Convent are rich in joyful events. Here is just a brief overview of what’s been happening: monastic tonsures, visits to the National Mental Health Centre, summer camp and more.

United in the Spirit of God

May the Holy Spirit always be with you, and so, by strengthening ourselves with the gifts of our Church we will overcome this world that lies in sin.

The descent of the Spirit on our churches and hearts

All too often, people distort the wonderful image of God in themselves by separating themselves from Him. They leave no room in their lives for sacredness or the sense of His presence.

Brother Ivan: "I share the joy of the Lord with others"

Brother Ivan Shostak, a parishioner of Saint Elisabeth Convent, rings the bells in the bell tower of the long-term care facility for people with disabilities. We interviewed him about his obedience, how he came to be doing it, and its significance…

Three examples of steadfast faith in Christ

Examples of how putting all our faith and trust in the Lord liberates us from the fear of suffering, humiliation and even death.

Summer Camp "Blue Lakes"

For the first time, with the blessing of our spiritual father archpriest Andrei Lemeshonok, we are opening a children's summer camp at the Blue Lakes. Two sessions of great summer fun are awaiting children in Olshevo, a small village in Myadel…

Should Every Christian Aim for Holiness?

Are there any saints among us, and who might we call a saint? Saints live a righteous life; they have the gift of God’s grace and have a connection with Him in prayer. Are these accomplishments within the reach of a rank and file Christian?

Three stories from the life of Archbishop Theophan

Archbishop Theophan (Bystrov) of Poltava and Pereyaslavl was a confessor of the Russian Royal Family, a prominent theologian and insightful missionary. He was also a man of prayer and ascetic life and a direct acquaintance of Saint John of Kronstadt.