Beloved SPOC volunteers and donors, our brothers and sisters in Christ,
Join us in wholeheartedly celebrating the Feast Day of our Charity protectress, Saint Paraskeva of Iași, and in thanking her for her unfailing love, help, and guidance. “Wondrous is God in His saints; the God of Israel, He will give power and strength unto His people. Blessed is God” (Psalm 67:36). Wondrous is our Heavenly Father in our beloved Saint Paraskeva who dedicated her life to Him while receiving power and strength in her endless service to the people. Her protection and help keep Saint Paraskeva Orthodox Charity strong and filled with the joy of giving.
In addition, our full gratitude also goes to you, our donors, for continuously supporting our mission and providing for those in need. Your contribution this year helped many different humanitarian projects across Romania. Of those, we bring forward two of them to exemplify the importance of your involvement. SPOC helped Saint Onufrie Orphanage purchase and install windows in the amount of 27,000 USD for the new house that will give a home to twenty five more abandoned children. Our Charity also granted the orphanage 10,000USD to build a summer altar that provides more worship space for services. Roua Centers help pregnant women and struggling mothers with food, medical tests, medication, and therapy sessions; SPOC supported their effort with 13,000 USD this year. Your help made a strong impact on many lives, and it is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
May the Lord continue to provide the “power and strength” needed to overcome challenges and live according to His will in acts of mercy, generosity, and love for our neighbor. Joyous Feast of Saint Paraskeva and glory to God for all things!
In Christ,
The Team at SPOC