Celebration of Pascha in Berat. (2008)
Like all the orthodox churches throughout the world, the grandeur and the excitement of Pascha and of the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ became visible in the ancient town of Berat. After a week of passion, suffering and despair, all turned to joy and illumination by way of the light of the Resurrection. The evil one was defeated because Christ, our
Celebration of Pascha in Tirana. (2008)
Photos taken by Nathan Hoppe
The kindergarten of Mucaj village, near Gerdec has been totally reconstructed. (April 2008)
– Archbishop Anastasios provides aid for the area damaged from the explosion – After the explosions in the arms factory in Gerdec, entire area sustained heavy damages to both public and private property. One of the places was the kindergarten of Mucaj village. It wasn’t in good condition before the explosions for the educationally activity for young children. From the first moments
The Orthodox Church of Albania helps the inhabitants of Gerdeci. (April 2008)
– 10.4 tons of materials were provided by the Greek Orthodox faithful – The Orthodox Church of Albania made efforts to help the inhabitants of Gerdeci whose houses were destroyed in the tragedy of the munitions explosions. It called for help even from abroad to ensure support and help. The pleas of the Church had its benefits since there was much help in
The Celebration of the 100th anniversary of the ordination of His Grace Theofan (Noli) as a priest and the first Liturgy in Albanian. (March 2008)
A joint declaration of understanding and collaboration between two centers of Albanian Orthodoxy in the United. In March there are three very important anniversaries for our Church: March 8th is the 100th anniversary of the ordination of Theofan Noli as a priest. March 22nd is the 10th anniversary of the first Divine Liturgy in the Albanian language by Fr. Theofan and the
Archbishop Anastasios gives continual aid to those affected by the tragedy. (March 2008)
On March 15th in the village of Gerdec, near the capital city of Tirana a terrible tragedy occurred in which the whole village and surrounding areas were basically demolished when an arms factory blew up in several major explosions. Over 20 people died, hundreds were wounded and many are still missing. This tragedy was felt deeply by the Orthodox faithful. Within
A very special gift from orthodox young people of Tirana. (January 2008)
“I want to live, too!”, as we look at the faces of children who suffer from a debilitating blood disease called thalassemia we are inspired to mobilize everyone we know, to give the gift of life – our blood. God hasn’t forgotten these children, and neither must we ever forget to share the gifts we have. Even though giving blood is a
Christmas in Berati. (2007)
Towards the end of December, orthodox families prepare themselves for Christmas, St. Basil’s Feast day and Epiphany (the blessing of the water). In Berati, there are many traditions that are followed for these feast days. The spirit of Christmas could be felt many days before Christmas but the actual feast starts during the early morning hours of December 23rd. The
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