“Give me liberty, or give me death!” is one of the main slogans of the American Revolution. Back then, in 1775, at the Virginia Convention, delegate Patrick Henry proclaimed his readiness to die for the ideals of freedom. Another slogan of the American Revolution is “No taxation without representation!” This symbolic phrase expressed a protest...
On June 14, 2026, on the Third Sunday after Pentecost, the day of the celebration of the Synaxis of All Saints who have shone forth in the Russian Land, His Grace Peter, Bishop of Seattle, celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Church of All Russian Saints in the city of Burlingame, State of California. Concelebrating...
The concert of the rock band “Leonid & Friends” in Greater Washington was in full swing when the MC suddenly announced to the pumped-up American audience that the Russian musicians would set aside their saxophones, guitars, and trombones for a few minutes to sing an a cappella song of their own about Russia, simply and...
Our newspaper has previously published articles about the Orthodox school and the future Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ in South Florida. We are delighted to share with our readers the latest updates on the construction progress of both Orthodox institutions. We are building more than just the Resurrection Cathedral—we are creating an Orthodox oasis:...
We are thrilled to invite you to a historic celebration! The White Ball is a cherished tradition at Sts. Cyril and Methodius High School, where our graduating students and their escorts perform a classic waltz to mark their milestone achievement. For the first time ever, our graduating class is opening this gala to the entire...
The main Orthodox feast—the “Feast of Feasts and Triumph of Triumphs,” the Resurrection of Christ—has arrived. At the Holy Dormition Convent Novo-Diveevo in New York, this greatest of holidays is celebrated with particular solemnity. However, there is a special tradition that follows Easter. On the Tuesday of the second week after Pascha, Orthodox Christians celebrate...
A couple of years ago, rumors began circulating within the Russian Orthodox community in America regarding potential changes in the hierarchy of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia (ROCOR). Speculation grew concerning the imminent appointment of a vicar bishop for the East Coast, and candidates were discussed to fill the Chicago See, which had...
Looking for a breath of fresh air for your nightly reading routine? American Adventures of a Russian Parrot by Vadim Massalskiy is the heartwarming new release that is quickly becoming a family favorite. This isn’t just another animal story—it’s a vibrant, laugh-out-loud journey that promises to be the highlight of your child’s day. A Labor...
In October 2025, the House of the Russian Abroad (HRA) celebrated the 30th anniversary of its founding. I, as the HRA representative in the United States, also took part in this event. To mark the difficult journey leading to this milestone, the House’s film studio Russian Path produced a film entitled In the Name of...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — January 28, 2026, marked the 40th day since the passing of the world’s oldest Russian scout, Lidiya Petrovna Gerich, known by her forest name “Sinitsa” (The Titmouse). On that evening, at 7:30 PM, a panikhida (memorial service) was held at the St. John the Baptist Cathedral in Washington, D.C. Members of the...