Russian Orthodox mission has first service in Belfast
2 Comments Published by OBL on Tuesday, December 30 at 6:15 PM.
Russian Orthodox mission in Belfast has had its first Orthodox Communion service - known as the divine liturgy.It was celebrated in Slavonic and English by Father George Zavershinsky, right, and Deacon Nikolai from the Moscow Patriarchate parish of St Peter & St Paul in Dublin.
The liturgy took place on Saturday, December 20, in the St George's church in the city centre, made available by the Church of Ireland.
It was well-attended by mostly Russians and a number of local Orthodox. After the liturgy Fr George performed the first Russian baptism service in Belfast.
The events were the fruits of more than a year of planning and preparation.
Organisers say this was done to begin serving the spiritual needs of the Russian-speaking community in the Belfast area. The Russian Orthodox mission in Belfast welcomes both Russian-speaking immigrants and others interested in the Orthodox Christian Tradition. The next liturgy is planned for January 24.
As a Catholic, I welcome the Russian Orthodox Mission to Belfast. All Christians have much to learn from the riches of Orthodox spirituality.
Frank
Does anyone know if they are still meeting in Belfast and if so where and when? I woiuld be so grateful if you could post a comment with the info.
Thank you!