It is the Day of Resurrection! Let us be radiant, O people! Pascha! The Lord’s Pascha! For Christ our God has brought us from death to life, and from earth unto heaven, as we sing triumphant hymns! (Pascal Canon Ode 1) In these blessed moments full of light and divine peace, our hearts, changed through … Read more
Dear Ones, The situation in Ukraine is dramatic. Around 3.7 million people have left Ukraine in the last four weeks. 572,754 persons entered Romania from Ukraine between 24 February and 24 March. SPOC has so far released over $25,000 in grants to help Ukrainian refugees. We take this opportunity to thank our donors and volunteers … Read more
Seattle Washington- on behalf of the children struggling in Romania we want to thank “ The Holy Three Hierarch Romanian Orthodox Church “ and Fr Ioan Catana from Seattle WA, for hosting our flower fundraising event. Special thanks goes to our sponsor and organizer Ana Omusor for several days of labor of love to hold … Read more
Saint Paraskeva Orthodox Charity in partnership with The Romanian Orthodox Metropolia of The Americas joins the exceptional initiative of the Archdiocese of Suceava and Radauti in support of the Ukrainian war refugees in transit or intending to stay on the Romanian territory. The fundraiser will assist the monasteries and parishes in the diocese that have … Read more
The birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, is a reminder to be thankful to God for His coming into the world. In this past year, our beloved intercessor Saint Paraskeva, through her intercession prayers in front of Almighty God, moved the hearts of our donors enabling us to respond to many critical needs during this … Read more
In the first two quarters of the year 2021, SPOC managed to release 18 grants totaling $86,063.74. This has been possible with the help of our donors and relentless effort of volunteers in the United States, Canada and Romania. The financial assistance, time, effort, prayers, and commitment of our volunteers and donors were united and … Read more
Dear Friends of Saint Paraskeva, Orthodox Charity, In these Light-filled moments of Holy Easter, we carry you in our hearts, with deep gratitude for your support, trust, and dedication in working with Saint Paraskeva Orthodox Charity. All that has been accomplished together by all of us, volunteers and donors, it becomes more meaningful on these … Read more
“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.” Pascal Canon Ode 3 In these Light-filled moments of Holy Easter, we carry you in our hearts, with deep gratitude for your support, trust and dedication in working … Read more
St. George’s life St. George the Victory-bearer is one of the most respected Christian martyr-saints in both the Orthodox as well as the Catholic Church. His commemoration day is on April 23rd and is considered one of the most valiant saints of Christianity. He is widely known because of his legendary battle with the dragon. … Read more
Mariana Cuceu of SPOC presided the committee in charge of selecting the best writings and drawings organized for “Mama și darul Vieții”, a Children Competition in Romania that took place during the month of March. This event is one of many unique events that took place in Romania during the month of March in recognition … Read more
Saint Paraskeva Orthodox Charity has been featured through its President Mariana Cuceu at the Romanian Cultural Institute and Embassy of Romania through the United States. With special gratitude we thank you the Romanian Cultural Institute/ICR Institute for highlighting our charitable agenda for Romanian children in need.