Peter Mogila, a man of noble birth, chose monasticism over worldly power. As Metropolitan of Kiev, he championed education, founding schools and the Kiev Mohyla College, a bastion of Orthodox learning. He confronted theological challenges, producing a Confession of Faith that clarified Orthodox doctrine. His efforts revitalized the Church, defending… Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 10:00 AM
On the 21st of July, we commemorate Martyr Iuliu Veteranul, a Romanian soldier during World War II. Captured by the Soviets and imprisoned in Ukraine, he refused to renounce his Christian faith and was martyred in 1944. His steadfast belief in the face of death inspires us to remain strong… Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 9:57 AM
Pasicrat and Valentin, Roman soldiers and brothers, witnessed the unwavering faith of St. Julius the Veteran during persecution. Inspired, they confessed their own Christianity, renouncing earthly rank for eternal glory. Imprisoned and tortured, they remained steadfast, even converting their guards. Ultimately, they were beheaded for their faith. O Martyrs Pasicrat… Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 8:57 AM
The Virgin Mary, a young woman from Nazareth, received a divine visitation from the Archangel Gabriel. He announced she would conceive and bear a son, Jesus, not through earthly means, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. Despite her bewilderment, she humbly accepted God's will, declaring herself Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 8:00 AM
Venerable George, born in Moldavia, felt a burning desire for monastic life early on. Despite his parents' wishes for him to marry, George secretly left home and joined Cernica Monastery. There, he excelled in obedience and humility, becoming a model for other monks. Later, he co-founded the Caldarusani Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 7:57 AM
Epictetus, a priest, and Astion, his disciple, fearlessly spread the Gospel in Scythia during Emperor Diocletian's reign. Arrested for their faith, they refused to sacrifice to idols. Miraculously unharmed by beatings and wild beasts, they were eventually beheaded. Their steadfast devotion converted many. Let us pray to #Saints Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 7:00 AM
Hieromartyr Evangelicus of Tomis, guide us! In the face of persecution, you remained steadfast, even when threatened by wild beasts. Pray for us, that we too may find courage. #Saints #OrthodoxChristian #Prayer #Courage #Evangelicus… Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 6:57 AM
Confessor Sava Brancovici, Metropolitan of Ardeal, stood firm against the Calvinist Prince Apafi's pressures to convert the Orthodox Romanians. In 1683, Sava was imprisoned, his property seized, and he was relentlessly pressured to abandon his faith. Despite immense suffering, including starvation and humiliation, Sava refused to renounce Orthodoxy. Orthodoxtr Nov 4, 2025, 5:57 AM
