“God Is Real as You and Me”

Two stories of conversion to Christ

Anton Ovsyanikov

I was not looking for signs of the existence of Jesus Christ; I desperately wanted Him to help me. Prayer was my last resort, and it was justified—the Lord rescued me.

Victims of Terrorism: Has the Time Come for the Church to Recognize their Sainthood?

Jad Ganem

The blood of the innocent, which has been mixed with oil, incense and the Eucharist, which has covered icons and walls, allows for no equivocation. It cries out demanding truth, recognition and dignity.

“You have far more friends in the world than you think”

Argentine sailor Juan Rutinelli on his love for Russia and Orthodoxy

Juan Martinelli

I familiarized myself with the country, admired the good changes, awesome nature and people, but then the war broke out. And where else should I be if not where I can help Russians? If I say that I love Russia, words will not be enough; I must prove and show my love with deeds.

“The Lord Protects Us. We Pray That the Conflict will End As Soon As Possible”

A talk with Archimandrite Roman (Krassovsky) in Jerusalem

Archimandrite Roman (Krassovsky)

The Mission lives its usual life, and services continue. Of course, we should be vigilant, look for a shelter in case of an attack and stay there. But life goes on.

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Procession on Mt. Athos with the icon of the Mother of God “It is Truly Meet”

A Photo Report

One of the greatest holy icons of the Christian world is the wonderworking icon of the Mother of God “It is Truly Meet” (Axion Estin), located on Mt. Athos. Every year on June 11/14 the monks organise a solemn procession with this holy shrine. We offer our readers a photo report on this event, by photographer Vitaly Kiselov.