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In pictures: Feast of Theophany of the Lord at historic Putna Monastery

Hundreds of people attended the Great Blessing of Waters at Putna Monastery on this year’s feast of the Theophany of the Lord. The service was officiated by the monastery’s abbot, the Very Rev. Archimandrite Melchisedec Velnic. Photography courtesy of Putna Monastery / Iosif Andronic Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews

Jan 13, 2020Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: December 23 – 29, 2019

We share with you this year’s last weekly selection of photos inspired by the joy of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to do is send the picture(s) you have taken…

Dec 31, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 25 – December 1, 2019

On November 30 and December 1, Romania celebrated its spiritual and national holidays. Here’s a glimpse of the last week in November throughout the Orthodox world. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to do is send the picture(s)…

Dec 8, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 18 – 24, 2019

Orthodox lifestyle, luminous portraits and pictures taken at religious events throughout the world comprise this week’s selection of photos. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to do is send the picture(s) you have taken to our email address…

Nov 27, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 11 – 17, 2019

From youth to old age, we all enjoy the presence and blessings of God. This is what this week’s collection of photos tries to highlight: the joy in Christ. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to do is…

Nov 20, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: November 4 – 10, 2019

The Orthodox world as seen through a camera lens. This week’s collection of photos highlights the spread devotion to Saint Nectarios of Aegina, but also some funny moments captured by photographers. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to…

Nov 12, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: October 28 – November 3, 2019

Last week was such a blessing. There were many occasions to help us to better understand life’s simplicity and eternal beauty. Here is a collection of thirteen photos that highlight the Orthodox world as captured by photographers. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our…

Nov 6, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: October 21 – 27, 2019

Each day is a celebration, but the feast days of Saints simply add up to the joy. Here is our selection of photos from the week that has just passed, including pilgrimages, youthful moments and the joy of honouring God’s Saints. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting…

Oct 30, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: October 14 – 20, 2019

This week’s selection of photos brings you small but significant gestures that draw people closer to one another. Follow us on Twitter: @BasilicaNews We would gladly include one of your photos depicting Orthodox life in our weekly selection. All you have to do is send the picture(s) you have taken to our email address [info…

Oct 24, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: October 7 – 13, 2019

Connectivity is the main theme of this week’s selection of photos in the Orthodox world. We share with you charity, beauty, devotion and curiosity as seen through the lenses of professional and amateur photographers.

Oct 15, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu

The Week in Pictures: September 30 – October 6, 2019

This week’s selection of photos brings children, hierarchs and heroes together.

Oct 7, 2019Aurelian Iftimiu