On August 19, with the support of the Synodal Department for Social service of the Russian Orthodox Church, the parish of st. Matrona of Moscow in Davao organized another round of humanitarian aid in barangay 76A “Bukana”.
First of all, the elderly and pregnant women who do not have support received food packages. In total, 100 food packages were distributed.
Before the action, the Kagawad of the barangay presented the audience the Russian Orthodox Church and thanked it for helping Filipinos in need. Then the Secretary of the Philippines-Vietnamese diocese hieromonk Korniliy told about the history of the Orthodoxy and pointed that Russian Church exists not only for Russians. Russian people have always been ready to help those in need, and the most precious thing they want to share is the true Apostolic Orthodox faith that leads to eternal life.
Parish News
Church of St Apostle Thomas
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Liturgy in Talas
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Divine Liturgy on the 20th Sunday after Pentecost in Talas, parish of the Theophany of our Lord.
Commemoration of St Demetrius
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On November 8, 2024, on the day of remembrance of the Great Martyr Demetrius of Thessaloniki, the Divine Liturgy was held in the Church of the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos in Singapore. The service was conducted by the cleric of the church, Priest Yevgeny Shmelev, Secretary of the […]
Wedding in Davao
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At the parish of Blessed Matrona of Moscow in Davao city, Mindanao, the Wedding of parishioners Valery and Ruth, took place. The sacrament was performed by Hieromonk John (Gondayao). We wish happiness and prosperity to the young family! May your life together be filled with good deeds for the glory […]
Feast of Kazan icon
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Today, on the day of the celebration of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, believers in Vung Tau, Vietnam, celebrated the patronal feast of the Kazan Church. The festive services became a bright and joyful event for all parishioners.
Sunday in Hanoi
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On November 3, 2024, the Secretary of the Philippines – Vietnamese Diocese, Hieromonk Korniliy (Molev), celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Russian House in Hanoi, assisted by the rector of the parish, Hegumen Mikhey (Selyakov). The service was conducted in three languages: Church Slavonic, Vietnamese, and English. At the end […]
Aid to victims of typhoon
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The Department of Charity and Social Ministry of the Philippines-Vietnamese Diocese provided assistance to victims of Typhoon Trami on Luzon Island. On October 30, 2024, employees of the Department of Charity and Social Ministry of the Philippines-Vietnamese diocese organized the distribution of humanitarian aid to victims of Typhoon Trami, which […]
Divine services in Academy
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On October 27-28, 2024, on the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, services were held in the Assumption Church of the St. Petersburg Theological Academy in English, during which foreign students studying at the Theological School prayed. The services were attended by all foreign students from different countries, including from Indonesia and […]
Liturgy in Mahongok
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The Divine Liturgy on the 17th Sunday after Pentecost, the day of remembrance of the holy martyrs Sergius and Bacchus, was celebrated at the Archangel Michael parish in Mahongok, Philippines. The service was led by priests Moses Kahilig and Raphael Frajillo. From now on, the Liturgy and other services will […]