Pochaev Icon of the Mother of God

The miraculous Pochaev Icon is one of the most renowned relics in the Christian world. It holds a special place of veneration in Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, as well as in Eastern Poland, Slovakia, Bosnia, Serbia, and Bulgaria.

A Sermon on the Feast of the Nativity of the Mother of God

In the years of dark and gloom, She came into the world to open a new chapter in human history. And She was asked to overstep the limits of human possibilities, the laws of nature and the flesh for the sake of humanity.

Meetings with Father Sophrony

September 22nd marks the birthday of our beloved Elder, Sophrony (Sakharov). The impact of his personality was profound, touching the hearts of countless individuals, even among those who had the privilege of meeting him rarely.

Sts. Peter and Fevronia, Inspiring Examples of Family Life

Today, we celebrate the memory of the right-believing saints Peter and Fevronia. They plead for God's mercy for those who bear the burdens of their spouse all their lives, in keeping with the teaching of our Lord. (Galatians 6: 2).

The 230th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Minsk Diocese

The celebrations in honour of the 230th anniversary of the foundation of the Minsk diocese of the B.O.C. will be held in Minsk on 17 September. The festivities will begin at 10.00 a.m. in the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit.

А Sermon on Exaltation of the Holy Cross

What is our cross? It is our life and all the sorrows, pains and trials that come with it that we must accept as the inevitable price of our sin, our separation from God and our wilfulness.

Holy Martyr Natalia Kozlova

The 14th of September is a special date in the life of the Kozlovs and Osins family in Vilnius. On this day the Church honours the memory of their holy relative, the Martyr Natalia Skopinskaya.

The Beheading of John the Baptist, a Day for Vigilance and Sobriety

Today, we commemorate in prayer the great prophet Saint John the Baptist. He directed us towards Christ. He put his hand on Jesus' head and baptised Him in the river Jordan. With his repentance, St John called humanity to a new life.

Nun Anfisa: "Life is a Wellspring of God's love"

On the 9th of September, we wish a happy name day to Nun Anfisa (Ostapchuk), a sister of our Convent. Mother Anfisa shares her experiences in the hospital ministry, religious life, faith in God, and the joy of serving others for 27 years.

Icon of the Mother of God "Pantanassa", Healer and Miracle-worker

On 31 August, the Orthodox faithful commemorate the miracle-working icon of the Mother of God "Pantanassa". Its copies can be found in churches across the world, and the original is kept at Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos.

Iconography of the Dormition of the Mother of God

This narrative lies at the heart of the iconographic depictions of the Assumption of the Mother of God, a central event to Christianity. Many elements in the icon of the Dormition have a deep liturgical meaning.

Saint Gabriel of Samtavro, Georgia’s Beloved Modern Saint

In bygone years, when sin multiplied and Orthodoxy was being rooted out, when the open practice of the faith was being punished and monasteries were being closed, the world suddenly received a fresh lease of God’s grace.

Celebrating the Anniversary of St Elisabeth Convent on 22 August 2023

As the Holy Venerable John of Kronstadt once observed, God will eventually put the right person in the right place at the right time, so that they will achieve their own salvation and help others achieve theirs.

Chronicle of the Convent: Rare Shots, Interesting Facts and New Videos

On August 22, we will celebrate the birthday of our Convent. Twenty three years ago on this day, Metropolitan Philaret of Minsk and Slutsk, the Patriarchal Exarch of All Belarus, tonsured three of our sisters to Rassophore and blessed seven…

Hodegetria: an Icon with a Dramatic History

Nothing happens by chance. Everything has a time and a place: there is a time to be born, to prepare and make decisions, and to make things happen. The following story is only one of many examples of this reality.

Dormition Fast 2023

The Dormition Fast starts on 14 August and ends two weeks later, on 28 August (for the parishes and communities use the old calendar (Julian)). The dates of the Dormition Fast are not variable, and the year 2023 is not an exception.

Holy Confessor Roman Medved

Archpriest Roman Medved was a devoted spiritual child of the Holy Righteous John of Kronstadt. In Moscow, Father Roman established a brotherhood of Orthodox devotees, guiding countless souls on the path to the Church.

Saint Vladimir, the Pioneer of Holiness Among Russian People

Prince Vladimir was the first to embrace and choose the Heavenly Kingdom together with the Russian people. He was the first to set out on the path of the Cross. For him, this could not have been but related to a big inner struggle.

I am Grateful to Our Heavenly Patroness St Elisabeth for... Part 2

On the Feast Day of the Holy Royal Martyr Grand Duchess Elisabeth lay sisters and Convent workers share personal stories of their “acquaintance” with St. Elisabeth and their gratitude to our Heavenly Patroness.

I am Grateful to Our Heavenly Patroness St Elisabeth for... Part 1

On the feast day of the Holy Royal Martyr, Grand Duchess Elisabeth, we asked our nuns, sisters of mercy and those who worked in our Convent to share their personal stories of how they came to know Saint Elisabeth.