PERSONAL STORIES

From Loneliness to Love: Building a Haven for the Infirm

A long-awaited project is finally coming to life: land has been allocated, plans are being developed, and soon construction will begin on a monastic almshouse. What will this place be like, who is it for, and how will it be organised?

Memories of Patriarch Alexy II

Under the spiritual guidance of Patriarch Alexy II, lands once blessed by his leadership revived their historical memory, rekindled their Orthodox faith, and flourished anew.

My Personal "Presentation in the Temple"

On the eve of the Presentation of the Most Holy Theotokos, members of our congregation shared their thoughts and feelings about the moment when they consciously joined the Church and began their life with Christ.

Nativity fast – a time of spiritual growth

On 28 November, we enter the Nativity Fast in which we prepare ourselves for the great feast of the Nativity of our Lord by focusing on abstinence, prayer and almsgiving. The fast lasts until 7 January.

Dmitry Kuntsevich: Leading the Mosaic Studio of St. Elisabeth Convent

Since its founding in 2002 by a team of seven young people with little prior experience in church art, St. Elisabeth Convent’s mosaic studio has grown into a respected workshop now employing over 50 artisans.

A Little Miracle of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God

The Lord tamed the storm, changing it to calm. My soul was celebrating the victory of the Mother of God over the Hagarenes, a small, local victory that was common for Her. Everything went calm.