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He is one of the most esteemed abbots of Palestine, a founder of monasticism in the Eastern Church, and a magnet for countless believers. His pious life and righteousness made him worthy of the gift of miracle-working.
On December 22 we celebrate the Conception by the Righteous Anna of the Most Holy Theotokos. In our article you will learn about the deeds of faith of the Righteous Joachim and Anna and several unusual icons of the Feast.
In our convent, we too strive to fulfil this will of the elder, praying for unity in the words of Fr Sophrony every day. Our confessor, Father Andrey Lemeshonok, often quotes the elder in his conversations with parishioners and sisters.
On 22 August, we celebrated the birthday of our Convent. For many, the time spent at the Convent has become a treasure and a valuable experience and a source of inspiration. We asked nun Olga to talk about the highlights of her monastic life.
We narrate the remarkable journey of Venerable Kuksha of Odessa, showing how faith and humility sustained him through exile, service, and hardship, offering readers a glimpse of true spiritual strength.
Discover how Saint Spyridon’s enduring miracles — from healing plagues to protecting Corfu in battle — continue to inspire faith and hope among Orthodox and Catholic believers worldwide. Experience his timeless grace.
Since 2008, Nun Agapia has guided the Convent’s exhibitions and the Joy Festival — now the largest Orthodox festival in Belarus. She recounts how teamwork, prayer, and God’s providence carried them through storms, hardships, and countless labors. For…
Meet Nun Sophia, whose obedience in iconography reveals a life shaped by faith and quiet perseverance. She shows how every icon carries its own story and its own destination.
