Christmas in Gjirokastër. (December 2007)
The orthodox faithful of Gjirokastër celebrated Christmas prayerfully in anticipation of the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Preparations for the big event started several days before in all the churches of the diocese. There were signs posted on the streets wishing everyone a “Merry Christmas”. A wonderful concert was held in the main hall of the Kino-theatre organized by the Metropolis of Gjirokastër
Christmas in Korça. (2007)
Decorated trees, lighted streets, and beautiful decorations everywhere – such a festive atmosphere can be found nowhere else but in the pretty town of Korça during the Christmas holiday. The feast is felt everywhere, on every street, in every square of the town. Amidst this joyful atmosphere, is the Metropolis of Korça – at the center of everything. On December 22nd, activities start
Archbishop Anastasios’ gift to Prison 325. (December 2007)
The young prisoners at Prison #325 in Tirana are now enjoying a beautiful and contemporary football field. This new athletic court is a gift from the Orthodox Church of Albania from donations raised by Archbishop Anastasios. This most recent gift from the Orthodox Church to the prisons of Tirana (other gifts include the greenhouse at the women’s prison) was
Graduation at the Professional Training Institution “Spirit of Love” in Tirana. (November 2007)
“We are here today to celebrate the achievements made possible through the common efforts of the last two years.” With these words, Dr. Leandro Haxhi, the Board Leader of the Professional Training Institution “Spirit of Love”, greeted the 86 graduates. The ceremony was on the 24th of November and marked the end of the graduates’ course of studies. Prof. Haxhi advised the
Youth and the liturgical life of the Church. (November 2007)
An encounter of orthodox youth from the Balkan countries of which there were five representatives from Albania They came from different cultures and took part in the worship of God, together. It was apparent they were united in each Divine Liturgy. A group of the our orthodox youth participated in the activities organized by the Balkan Orthodox Youth Association (BOYA) that
Orthodox Day-Care Centers. (October 2007)
A brief Overview Under the fatherly supervision of His Beatitude, Archbishop Anastasios and through an initiative of the Orthodox Women’s Group of Tirana, the first day-care center opened on October 10, 1994. Over time, 13 more centers have been initiated. They provide a suitable educational program, for children whose parents are working, whose families have only one parent, low income families, orphans, and
Schools for Higher Learning It’s the beginning of a new academic year for the advanced institutions of our Church. (October 2007)
On October 1st, the new academic year 2007-2008 started in the Theological Academy “Resurrection of Christ” at St. Vlasios in Durrës and in the Institution of Professional Education “Spirit of Love” which is located in Tiranë and also has a separate branch in the “Emaus” Center in Gjirokastër. From the very first day, students began their studies in these modern environments. His Beatitude,
The Grand Jubilee of the Orthodox Church in Georgia A delegation from the Autocephalous Church of Albania took part in the celebration. (October 2007)
The 1400th anniversary of the monastery of Ivar (Holy Cross) and the 30th anniversary of the Enthronement of His Beatitude, the Patriarch of the Church of Georgia, Ilia II was celebrated in Tbilis, Georgia on the 12th through the16th of October 2007. Representatives from orthodox churches throughout the world took part, as well as His Eminence, (ο Παναγιοτατος), Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew.
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