The Official Website of the RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
The Official Website of the RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
For those who don’t know, many scans of Living Orthodoxy newsletters published between 1979 to 2015 are freely available to read on the Internet Archive. Please note that whilst Living Orthodoxy did begin as a ROCOR newsletter in 1979, it…
The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke is one of the four Evangelists. Through his writings, the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, we are offered an intimate glimpse into the early Christian world and the ministry of…
The Synaxis of the 20 Holy Unmercenaries On October 17th, we celebrate the Synaxis of the 20 Holy Unmercenaries. This group of Saints is revered for their extraordinary acts of selfless love, particularly in the healing of physical and spiritual…
Today, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of St. John the Theologian, also known as St. John the Apostle and Evangelist. St. John was the son of Zebedee and the brother of St. James the Greater. Along with his brother…
The life of the Holy Great Martyr Eustathius (also known as Eustace or Eustathios) and his family is a story of unwavering faith, sacrifice, and divine providence. His commemoration on September 20th serves as a reminder of the trials faced…
On September 17th, the Holy Orthodox Church commemorates the life and martyrdom of Saint Sophia and her three holy daughters: Faith, Hope, and Love (also known as Pistis, Elpis, and Agape in Greek). Their lives and sacrifices stand as a…
On September 15th, the Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of the Holy Martyr Nikita, a courageous champion of the faith whose life and martyrdom continue to inspire the faithful to this day. His unwavering commitment to Christ, even unto death,…
Orthodox Christian saints can be found in the synaxarion that are kings, martyrs, and hierarchs who have dedicated their lives to God. However, there are also saints who lived in quiet simplicity, dedicating themselves to humble tasks, yet reaching the…
Tomorrow, Orthodox Christians celebrate the memory of the great Prophet Moses, a towering figure in the history of salvation and one of the most revered prophets. His life, rich in divine encounters and profound leadership, offers us a glimpse into…
by Elias Khoury And a blessed New Ecclesiastical Year to All! The Basilica of Saint Symeon is one of the oldest surviving church complexes in the world, founded in the 5th century. It is located approximately 30 kilometres northwestern of Aleppo, Syria.…