Welcome to the website of 'St. John the Evangelist’
Romanian Orthodox Parish in Cambridge, UK!
Romanian Orthodox Parish in Cambridge, UK!
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PASCHA NIGHT SERVICE
Saturday, 11 April, 22:00 – Sunday 12 April 02:30 Matins & Midnight Divine Liturgy *** PASCHA DAY - RESURRECTION OF THE LORD Sunday, 12 April 11:30 - 13:00: Paschal Vespers (with the reading of the Gospel in multiple languages) *** Troparion of Pascha Christ is Risen from the dead, trampling down death by death, and to those in the tombs bestowing life! Kontakion of Pascha Though You went down into the tomb, O Immortal One, yet You brought down the dominion of Hades; and You rose as victor, O Christ our God; saying to the to the Myrrh-bearing women "Rejoice!", and giving peace to Your Apostles, O Lord who grant resurrection to the fallen. |
Wishing everyone a joyous Pascha and may the feast of the Lord's Resurrection bring blessing to one and all! Christ is Risen!
Pastoral Letter of HE Atanasie,
Archbishop of the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Pascha 2026
Archbishop of the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Pascha 2026
Schedule of services during Holy Week
Monday 6 April, Tuesday 7 April, Wednesday 8 April,
18:00 - 20:30 Bridegroom Matins
Thursday, 9 April
18:00 – 21:30 Matins of Great and Holy Friday
(with the 12 Passion Gospels)
Friday, 10 April
17:00 - 18:00 Vespers (the Epitaphios is brought out)
18:00 – 21:30: Matins with Lamentations on the Burial of our Lord
Monday 6 April, Tuesday 7 April, Wednesday 8 April,
18:00 - 20:30 Bridegroom Matins
Thursday, 9 April
18:00 – 21:30 Matins of Great and Holy Friday
(with the 12 Passion Gospels)
Friday, 10 April
17:00 - 18:00 Vespers (the Epitaphios is brought out)
18:00 – 21:30: Matins with Lamentations on the Burial of our Lord
The regular schedule for the Sacrament of Confession will be announced in the second half of April, after Pascha.
For confession during Holy Week, on Monday, April 6, and Tuesday, April 6, please contact Father Dragos directly. |
We are continuing with the booking system, as before. Please sing-up via the link provided.
*** The Sacrament of Confession - a catechesis Would anyone wishing to come to Confession (particularly after a long time), please read this catechesis, by way of preparation and as an encouragement. Thank you. Fr Dragos |
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What is the Triodion?
The Triodion is a 70-day liturgical period (approximately 10 weeks) that includes preparation for Great Lent, the fast itself, and Holy Week. The Triodion begins with a preparatory period (Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, of the Prodigal Son, of the Last Judgment, and of the Expulsion of Adam from Paradise) and continues with the 6 weeks of Great Lent. The Triodion ends on Holy Saturday, before Holy Easter. |
"Open to me the gates of repentance, O Life-Giver,
For my spirit rises early to pray towards Your holy temple, bearing the temple of my body all defiled; But in Your compassion, purify me by the loving-kindness of Your mercy." "Lead me on the paths of salvation, O Mother of God, For I have profaned my soul with shameful sins, and have wasted my life in laziness. But by your intercessions, deliver me from all impurity." (hymns from Matins during the Triodion period) |
Parish Membership Register St John the Evangelist Romanian parish Cambridge
As our Orthodox parish community in Cambridge continues to grow, we are establishing an official Parish Membership Register to deepen our connection with one another and ensure that our spiritual family remains united.
Signing up is voluntary and free, and offers you direct personal benefits, ensuring you are the first to know about service schedules, family-oriented events, and vital parish news, while also simplifying administrative processes for pastoral needs like baptisms, weddings,
or pastoral visits at home.
For the Parish Priest, this register is an essential tool to better know, understand, and serve the spiritual needs of the flock. Furthermore, by registering your membership, you help us build a stronger foundation for the future.
Accurate numbers allow us to organize more effectively for charitable outreach, ambitious capital projects, and community initiatives that will serve our children for generations to come.
Fr Dragos Herescu, parish priest, and the Parish Council
As our Orthodox parish community in Cambridge continues to grow, we are establishing an official Parish Membership Register to deepen our connection with one another and ensure that our spiritual family remains united.
Signing up is voluntary and free, and offers you direct personal benefits, ensuring you are the first to know about service schedules, family-oriented events, and vital parish news, while also simplifying administrative processes for pastoral needs like baptisms, weddings,
or pastoral visits at home.
For the Parish Priest, this register is an essential tool to better know, understand, and serve the spiritual needs of the flock. Furthermore, by registering your membership, you help us build a stronger foundation for the future.
Accurate numbers allow us to organize more effectively for charitable outreach, ambitious capital projects, and community initiatives that will serve our children for generations to come.
Fr Dragos Herescu, parish priest, and the Parish Council
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Useful resource for parents in our parish:
Positive Parenting |
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