In the heart of Bucharest, during the communist regime, Fr. Sophian Boghiu, the abbot of Antim Monastery, stood as a beacon of faith and resilience. A secret police officer, tasked with finding fault, confessed to Fr. Sophian that, after a month of observation, he found nothing but unwavering faith and goodness. Instead of incriminating the priest, the officer resigned, deeply moved by Fr. Sophian's example.

O, Venerable #Sophian, pray to #God for us, that we may be granted the strength to live our #faith as boldly as you did. May your example inspire us to choose #virtue over fear, even in the face of adversity.