On Sunday 14 June 2020, St John the Baptist Cathedral in Canberra hosted an online panel discussion, via Zoom, on ‘The attributes of Christian marriage’ as part of its Faith&Wisdom: Family Edition ministry. On the panel was Fr Andrew Smith (rector of The Holy Annunciation parish, QLD), Fr Mark Wolozyn (cleric of The Holy Protection Cathedral, VIC) and moderated by Fr Stephen David (cleric of St John the Baptist Cathedral, ACT).Continue Reading

Eminent Brother-Archpastors, Reverend Fathers, Dear Brothers and Sisters,

CHRIST IS RISEN!

With the joy of God’s Kingdom, as we are “divinely glad, for Christ is risen” (from the Paschal Canon), I offer my Paschal greeting to all: both to those who have successfully completed the reclusion of their quarantine, celebrating now in the churches and communing of Christ’s Holy Mysteries; and also to those who yet abide in the desert of solitude and various restrictions, dedicating the better portion of their time to private prayer, spiritually beneficial reading, and interaction with friends and relatives. May the former and the latter both, in the words of St. John Chrysostom, “honor the day,” receiving in their hearts the riches of God’s goodness!Continue Reading

Your Graces the archpastors, venerable fathers,
all-honourable monks and nuns, dear brothers and sisters:

CHRIST IS RISEN!

By the grace of the All-Generous God, we have been vouchsafed to come to the radiant Paschal night and once again rejoice in the glorious Resurrection of Christ. From the depths of my heart I greet all of you, my beloved, with this great holiday and “feast of feasts.”Continue Reading

The Eastern American Diocese and Fr John Whiteford have provided useful information for the upcoming services that you may wish to read at home or follow during the live streaming of the services. There are also other resources on the web pages that you may find useful during this time of self-isolation. Please refer to the links below.Continue Reading

Dear in the Lord fathers, brothers, and sisters!

I sincerely greet you with the very warmest well-wishes for the blessings of God, good health, spiritual calm, and the patience so needed in this trying time! I especially greet the doctors, nurses, and all who work in the hospitals, sincerely wishing them increased strength and Heavenly aid! I wish for those who are sick – and for their friends and relatives – comfort in the hope of God’s will, which always directs man toward the good. Our prayers are with all of you.Continue Reading

Во вторник, 24 марта 2020 года, были введены дополнительные ограничения в связи с церковных служб. C полуночи 25 марта 2020.г, все церкви РПЦЗ будут закрыты для общественных служб. Пожалуйста, свяжитесь с вашим приходским священником нажав здесь для получения дополнительной информации.

Following the most recent announcement by the Prime Minister on Tuesday, 24 March 2020, further restrictions have been placed on “places of worship” as of midnight, 25 March 2020. All ROCOR churches are closed for public services. Please contact your parish priest by clicking here for further information.