Clean Monday Marks Start of Great Lent on February 23
The Orthodox Church observes Clean Monday today, February 23, which signifies the beginning of the First Week of Fasts and the start of Great Lent.
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Patriarch Porfirije on Lent: A Fight Against Evil Thoughts
Serbian Orthodox Church Patriarch Porfirije stated that the beginning of Lent should not only be about physical discipline but also a spiritual struggle against evil thoughts and negative emotions.
Orthodox Great Lent 2026 Begins, Details on Fish Exemptions
The Great Lent of 2026, the longest and most rigorous fasting period in the Orthodox Church, is set to begin on February 23 and conclude on April 11, with specific days allowing for fish consumption.
Patriarch Kirill Awards Order to Transnistrian Leader Krasnoselski
Patriarch Kirill, head of the Russian Orthodox Church, awarded the Order of the Holy Prince Daniel of Moscow, Second Degree, to Vadim Krasnoselski, the leader of the Transnistrian regime, on February 19, 2026.
Patriarch Porfirije on Easter Lent: More Than Just Physical Discipline
Patriarch Porfirije of the Serbian Orthodox Church stated that the start of Easter Lent should not only be a physical discipline or diet, but also a struggle against evil thoughts and negative emotions.
Romanian Orthodox Church Canonizes 16 Women Saints
The Romanian Orthodox Church has canonized 16 women, with a patriarchal counselor explaining that public devotion is the primary criterion, followed by an analysis of the individual's life.