Christ is Risen! Now, all things are filled with light: heaven and earth, and the nethermost regions. So, let all creation celebrate the Resurrection of Christ, whereby it is established. (Paschal Canon Ode 3) The Light of Christ’s Resurrection brings peace, hope, and joy in these times marked by suffering, wars, and economic instability. Pascha … Read more
Dear SPOC Family, Greetings on the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ! At this time of Royal celebration, we pray and hope for peace in the world, and we give thanks to God and to our beloved intercessor, Saint Paraskeva. Despite the many challenges we all have encountered throughout the year, SPOC was able to … Read more
Site Description Lăpușul Românesc Monastery (or RUOAIA) is considered one of the oldest Monasteries in Maramures, located 20 kilometers away from Rohia Monastery. Its Feast Day is on September 8th – The Nativity of the Mother of God. The monastery stands out through its authentic traditional monastic life in the Orthodox faith and the efforts … Read more
On this blessed day of October 14, the feast of Saint Paraskeva, our protector Saint, we lift a prayerful and humble appreciation for your ongoing love and support to our mission. Through your generosity we are making a life-changing difference in the lives of thousands of women, men and children. Despite so many challenges that … Read more
Dear SPOC Family In the first two quarters of the year 2023, SPOC managed to release 13 grants totaling $70,225. This accomplishment has been possible with the support of our donors combined with the relentless effort of volunteers in the United States, Canada and Romania. The financial assistance, time, effort, prayers, and commitment of our … Read more
O come all you faithful, let us worship Christ’s holy Resurrection. For behold, through the Cross joy has come to all the world. Ever blessing the Lord, let us praise His Resurrection. By enduring the Cross for us He destroyed death by death. (Pascal Canon Ode 6) In a world marked by inflation and economic instability, … Read more
Hungry children, resigned parents, lonely and forgotten old people, are desolate but very common sights in many Romanian villages and cities According to a recent statistics over 41.5% of Romanian children are at poverty level, and this is the highest compared to other countries in that area. We started a fundraising campaign so that some … Read more
With God’s help and the help of those involved in the translation, SPOC published 5,000 copies of The Life, the Akathist, and the Paraklesis of Saint Paraskeva of Iași in English. The book is available for parishes upon request. Contact: secretary.spcharity@gmail. com
Dear SPOC Family, This year SPOC released grants totaling $235,256 to 22 projects. We are grateful for your contribution which made it possible to help disadvantaged children, women facing pregnancy crises, and families with various needs. With your support our charitable mission brings relief and joy in people’s lives. May God replenish you all with … Read more
Dear ones, As we celebrate the Royal Feast of Christmas let us offer our hearts to Christ to be born in us. This way we have Him live in us and we can love one another as He loves us, the way He commended us. At this time of joy we give thanks to God … Read more
