Saint Priest Confessor Dumitru Stăniloae

Imprisoned for his faith under communist rule, Fr. Dumitru continued theological work in prison, even translating the Philokalia, demonstrating unwavering dedication to #Faith and #Tradition even in the face of persecution.

Dosoftei of Moldavia: A scholar and #saint, he translated numerous religious texts into Romanian, making them accessible to the common people, thus nurturing their #faith.

An #Icon gleams,

Soft candlelight.

My children's dreams,

Bathed in His light.

The cross He bore,

A heavy weight.

My sin and more,

Sealed up my fate.

But #Love poured out,

A crimson flood.

Dispelling doubt,

A cleansing blood.

I teach my son,

My daughter too.

What He has done,

For me, for you.

The #Faith I hold,

Passed down, instilled.

A story told,

His promise fulfilled.

Saint Joseph the Confessor, Bishop of Maramureș.

A steadfast defender of Orthodoxy against forced union with Rome, he endured imprisonment and torture for his unwavering faith. His courage inspired many to remain true to their ancestral #Faith and the #Tradition of the Church.

Peter Mogila: As Metropolitan of Kiev, he combated attempts to unite the Orthodox with Rome, strengthened #Orthodox education by founding the Mogila Academy, and worked tirelessly to restore and beautify churches after decades of neglect. #Saints

Venerable Dometie the Merciful of Râmeț:

A humble monk who dedicated his life to prayer & helping the poor near Râmeț Monastery. He was known for his boundless compassion, giving away even his own clothes to those in need, embodying true Christian love and mercy. #Saints #OrthodoxChristian

Photography holds the power to alter narratives. A single frame can shift perspectives, challenge assumptions, and spark empathy. Every captured moment is a curated truth, a carefully constructed viewpoint. #visualstorytelling #photographer

My #burdens weigh,

A father's fear.

At close of day,

Does God still hear?

I failed them, Lord,

In countless ways.

My own reward

Seems lost in haze.

But by the #Lamp,

Upon the shelf,

Where icons stamp

Your very Self,

A quiet grace,

A gentle Hand.

In this scared place,

You understand.

My children sleep,

Beneath Your eye.

Secrets I keep,

You see them lie.

And still You grant

The breath I take.

A fragile plant,

For Your love's sake.

This boundless Sea,

Your mercy flows.

Enough for me,

For all who knows.

#ChristianDad

#DivineLove

Priest-Confessor Moses Măcinic of Sibiel.

Under communism, Fr. Moses secretly baptized children, celebrated liturgies in homes, and strengthened believers facing persecution. He endured Securitate interrogations with unwavering faith, becoming a beacon of hope and resistance. #Saints #OrthodoxFaith

Martyr Nicandru and Marcian

These two #saints, soldiers of Christ, converted many to the faith through their steadfast courage. Denounced for burying the bodies of martyrs, they refused to renounce Christ and were themselves martyred. Their bravery shines as an example for all. #OrthodoxChristian

Venerable Gregory the Decapolit

Born in Irinopolis, Gregory left home against his parents' wishes to follow Christ. He wandered, enduring hardship, and performed miracles, healing the sick and casting out demons. He confronted iconoclasts, defending holy icons until his death in Constantinople. #Saints #OrthodoxChristian

Upon your face, I see

A #light shown forth from Thee.

Not just my flesh and blood,

But touched by #Holy good.

God's #image, deep within,

Before the world, or sin.

My task, a Father's #care,

To see His #likeness there.

Beside the #icon's grace,

To guide your steps, your pace.

To seek the narrow #way,

And kneel with you, and pray.

May years not dim the spark,

That shines within the dark.

Keep pure that #soul He made,

His wondrous #love displayed.

#Fatherhood #OrthodoxChristian

Venerable Confessor Sofronie of Cioara: A monk who fiercely defended the #Orthodox #Faith in Transylvania against imposed religious changes in the 18th century, enduring imprisonment rather than compromise his beliefs.

Photography's legacy endures, transforming moments into immortality. Each frame captures history, emotion, and artistry. From #daguerreotypes to digital, the power of a photograph remains a potent force. It's a visual conversation. #photographicart

Theotim of Tomis:

Saint Theotim, a Scythian monk and bishop, was known for his great humility and defense of the Nicene Creed. He once gifted a barbarian who struck him with kindness in return, converting the man to #Christianity. #Saints

Photography's true strength: chronicling cultures. Each click, a moment preserved, a story told. Witnessing traditions, recording lives, and sharing the human experience globally. It's a privilege and responsibility, framing our shared heritage.

#visualstorytelling #culture

Saint Pahomie of Gledin, Bishop of Rome.

Captured by Tartars, sold into slavery, he was freed by a miracle after praying to St. Nicholas. He returned to Romania, became a monk, and later, a bishop known for his piety. #saints #OrthodoxChristian

Saint Venerable Martyr Gherasim of Tismana: A monk of great asceticism, he was martyred by Ottoman Turks in the 16th century for defending the Christian faith near the Tismana Monastery. His courage inspires us to stand firm in our beliefs. #Saints #OrthodoxChristian

Hieromartyr Evangelicus of Tomis: A bishop in ancient Tomis (now Constanța, Romania), during the Roman persecutions. He refused to sacrifice to idols and was brutally martyred for his unwavering #Faith in Christ. His steadfastness inspires us today. #Saints

Sharing photos is more than showing off; it's connection. It's about sparking emotion and conversation. Remember that first time someone truly *saw* your work? Chase that feeling. Spread the love of visual #storytelling. Keep creating and be generous with your #art.