Baptism in Polomolok

March 16, 2026 / March 16, 2026 by Антоний

Another Filipina has joined the Church of Christ at the Intercession Parish in Polomolok.
On March 15, the Third Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of the Veneration of the Cross, Priest Roman Buniel, rector of the parish, celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Intercession of the Holy Virgin Parish in the municipality of Polomolok (South Cotabato Province), Philippines.
Following the service, Father Roman performed the rite of joining a local teenager to the Orthodox Church.
We congratulate the young Christian, Khutwara, and wish her God’s help in her spiritual journey!

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