During World War I, Metropolitan Elijah Iorest, then a simple monk, was serving as a military chaplain. He was known for his bravery, tending to wounded soldiers on the front lines under heavy fire. One day, a shell exploded near him, and he was buried under debris. Presumed dead, soldiers began to mourn. Suddenly, he emerged unharmed, holding aloft a cross he'd been carrying. He attributed his survival to the grace of God and continued his ministry, becoming a symbol of hope and resilience for the troops.

Let us pray that Metropolitan Elijah's courage and faith inspire us to serve God in times of adversity.

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