Orthodox Ministries Unite to Support Addiction Recovery
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HUDSON VALLEY, NY — The St. Anastasia Fellowship and St. Basil Academy have announced a formal partnership to provide spiritual and educational support for those affected by addiction. The collaboration seeks to integrate Orthodox Christian wisdom with modern recovery practices to serve residents, staff, and families within the Academy community.
Central to the initiative is a monthly Paraklesis Service to St. Anastasia the Deliverer from Potions, patroness of the Fellowship. Led by Fr. Nikolas Delaveris, the services will create a space for prayer, healing, and spiritual intercession. Fr. Constantine Sitaras emphasized the importance of equipping children, families, and staff with spiritual tools to navigate contemporary challenges.
Beyond liturgical support, the partnership includes educational and professional development initiatives. The Fellowship will host seminars for Academy staff on the “Orthodox Model of Healing Addiction,” followed by ongoing training to help staff address substance use disorders through a theological and compassionate framework. Fr. Nikolas stated that grounding recovery efforts in the life of the Church provides a holistic path toward healing for both body and soul. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to ensure that no individual or family faces addiction alone.
Previously, the UOJ reported that St. Basil Academy celebrated its 78th commencement with Abp. Elpidophoros presiding.
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