One frigid winter, Elder Cleopa, a young monk, was sent with another brother to fetch supplies. They got caught in a blizzard and lost their way. Exhausted and freezing, the other brother despaired, ready to give up. Cleopa, however, began praying fervently to the Theotokos, vowing to build a chapel in her honor if they were saved. Suddenly, a faint light appeared, leading them to a shepherd's hut. They survived. True to his word, Cleopa later oversaw the building of a beautiful chapel, a testament to unwavering faith in the face of despair. Holy Venerable Cleopa, pray to God for us! #Saints #Orthodox #Prayer #Faith #Romania