The establishment of this new mission represents part of the Archdiocese’s expanded efforts to serve Romanian Orthodox faithful throughout the British Isles.
A state of emergency has been declared on the Greek island of Chios as hundreds of firefighters battle wildfires that broke out on Sunday.
The services took place at a church with special historical significance.
His Beatitude Patriarch John X of Antioch and All the East conducted a solemn prayer service at the Mar Elias Church in Damascus’ Dweila neighborhood yesterday, where a devastating terrorist attack claimed at least 22 lives during Sunday services.
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.