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Righteous Matushka Olga – the first canonized saint of America
October 15, 2025October 15, 2025Main Topic Articles, Orthodox Life

Righteous Matushka Olga – the first canonized saint of America

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According to the resolution of the Synod of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA), June 19-20 was chosen for the church canonization of the righteous mother Olga of Kwethluk (1916-79) – the first officially glorified Orthodox holy woman of the North American continent. A native of Kwethluk, a village in southwestern Alaska, Olga Michael (Tanqilria...

California’s Russian River: A Name Forged in the Past
June 10, 2025June 10, 2025Cultural Life, Literary Lounge, Main Topic Articles, Исторические сведения

California’s Russian River: A Name Forged in the Past

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During their exploration of Northern California, millions annually come across a sign that reads “Russian River.” This prompts them, at some juncture during their travels in the heart of Sonoma’s wine county to ponder about the origins of the name of this splendid waterway. Why is this major artery, flowing southwest for 110 miles from...