Events

Successful Defence of a Second Master’s Thesis by Nun Efimija of the Monastery in Rajčica

On 9 June of this year, with the blessing of her Elder, His Grace Bishop Partenij of Antania, Nun Efimija of the Monastery of “Saint George the Victorious” in Rajčica successfully defended her second master’s thesis, this time at the Orthodox Theological Faculty “Saint Clement of Ohrid” in Skopje. The thesis is entitled: “Religious Education…

The Tenth International Congress of the Society of Oriental Liturgy Held in Cyprus

On 2 June, at the Theological Faculty in Lefkosia, Cyprus, the Tenth International Congress of the Society of Oriental Liturgy was solemnly opened. This prestigious event brought together some of the most eminent liturgical scholars from around the world, whose presentations covered a broad spectrum of topics related to the various liturgical traditions: The Cypriot…

The Colourful World of the Jubilee “Small Montmartre of Bitola” at Bigorski

In the blessed beauty of May, as the Sacred Bigorski Monastery breathes in the calm of prayerful silence, this year once again the Monastery of the Honourable Forerunner, with the blessing of our venerable Elder and Abbot, Bishop Partenij of Antania, became a home of youthful joy, of colour, line, form, and the pure wonder…

A Warm Reception in Venice and Veneration of Great Holy Relics

Yesterday, on April 25, our beloved Elder, His Grace Bishop Partenij of Antaniа, together with members of the brotherhood, was granted the blessing of a cordial reception by His Eminence Metropolitan Polykarpos of Italy and Southern Europe. The meeting took place at the offices of his seat at the Orthodox Cathedral Church in Venice, dedicated…

A Festal Meeting with the Mayor of Debar

On the occasion of the radiant Paschal celebrations, with the blessing of our Elder, His Grace Bishop Parthenius of Antania, today our brother, Archimandrite Dositheus, visited our dear friends and fellow citizens of Debar, bringing them a Paschal egg — a symbol of life, victory, and the hope that the Resurrection of Christ bestows upon…

Sporting Greats in Debar: A Panel Discussion on Success, Discipline, and the Challenges of Elite Sport

Yesterday, the hall of Hotel “Venec” in Debar hosted an exceptional event that brought together sport, spirituality, and life wisdom. Guided by the idea that sport is not merely physical strength but a purification of the “temple of the body,” five elite athletes shared their intimate stories of success, setbacks, and indomitable will. The event…