A unique exhibition of Byzantine and post-Byzantine codices was inaugurated in Tirana, Albania on May 3rd. It is the first time that such an exhibition was organized in our country and its goal was to introduce and to bring people closer to these treasures which originated from the Orthodox Church and have been strongly preserved by the clergy and the faithful through centuries.
Christmas bring a special joy when each of us gives something from their self. Such a principle is an inspirational source for the volunteering women who serve the people in need through different activities. The month of December started with a wealth of spiritual activities which were preceded by the agripni organized in the Church “The Evangelism of Theotokos” in Tirane on
An unforgettable event, during a beautifully warm afternoon in the middle of winter! Everyone will remember this occasion as one of the most remarkable events in its eleven year history. The National Festival of the Albanian Orthodox Youth represents the artistic and spiritual values of a new generation. On December 26, 2008 the main hall of the National History Museum in Tirana was
From 20 to 30 September, the National Children’s Office of the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania in collaboration with World Vision, organized a children’s day camp with the theme: “Love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself”. The children day camp was held at Thavor, in Tirana. (Ex- Shalom Center) Eighty children, between the ages of 6 -12 years old,
Children’s Day, June 1st, has become one of the most special celebrations of the year. It seems as though the entire city has the atmosphere where everyone is included in the celebration; even the flowers and toys joined the joyful voices of the children. The Central children’s Office, the Coordination Office of the Nursery Schools in Tirana, and other cities
- They were as happy as the Easter itself... - From 12 -25 April in the four dioceses of our Church, the warm words, honest smiles of the children and heartfelt wishes of the parents were the most special gift during the time of preparation for Pascha. In the framework of the feast of the Resurrection of Christ, more than 1200 children participated in
“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 is a celebration for everyone, for the poor and the rich, a celebration for those who are happy and those who are bitter... for the free and even for the imprisoned. During this season it is a special blessing to be close to people, especially for those who need kindness, faith and optimism. These people can be found everywhere, in every corner of
Tirana in these days is filled with many festive lights and colors. All people walk on the boulevards and on the alleys of the capital city preparing to celebrate with their families as well as they can, this period of Christmas and New Years of 2007. To make the atmosphere even more beautiful, the youth of the Orthodox Church of Albania organized
To share your time with disabled people is more than an occasional experience. You give and you receive at the same time. Even more, when you are their friend, you understand that from such an experience, you will learn more than you contribute. You offer your time; meanwhile they offer the most precious thing: love, thanksgiving and courtesy. About 50 people, disabled
