Historic Romanian Church Set for Journey to Japan’s Only Orthodox Cemetery
MINAMI-ALPS, JAPAN — A groundbreaking Orthodox Christian cemetery in Minami-Alps, Yamanashi, consecrated in May 2024, is set to receive a hand-carved wooden church from Romania, symbolizing a profound spiritual bridge between Romanian Orthodoxy and Japan.
Fr. Daniel Coriu, a priest of the Romanian Patriarchate in Japan, emphasizes the church’s significance as a sacred space for Christian burials, countering Japan’s prevalent cremation practices.
"Today, a little over four years later, we have an Orthodox cemetery where three Orthodox Christians have found their final resting place: a Japanese woman, a Russian man, and a Romanian man," Fr. Daniel said. "Consecrated in May 2024, the place received a guardian angel and was filled with the presence of God’s grace."
Transporting the intricately crafted church requires funding for shipping, foundation construction, roofing, and worker support. This historic endeavor aims to honor the Orthodox faith in a land where it remains uncommon, fostering a legacy of worship. Fr. Coriu invites donations to complete this sacred project, with contributors commemorated as founders.
Support the effort at: https://donate.stripe.com/9B68wPgWg5Se9cb1Kr8og05
Read also
Historic Romanian Church Set for Journey to Japan’s Only Orthodox Cemetery
The cemetary was consecrated in May 2024. According to the Romanian priest-in-charge, "The place received a guardian angel and was filled with the presence of God’s grace." All it needs now is a church.
Syrian Minister Leads Islamic Chant in Orthodox Church
During the visit, culture minister Mohammed Yassin al-Saleh also said that “Christ came as a herald of Muhammed” and described Him as “the created.”
Netanyahu Acknowledges Ottoman Genocides
This is the first time an Israeli prime minister has publicly spoken of the Turkish atrocities committed against Armenians, Assyrians, and Greeks in the Ottoman Empire.
OCAMPR to Host 2025 Fall Conference on Addictions and Compulsions
Special clergy workshop on trauma to be featured in October gathering.
Abp. Damianos Criticizes Jerusalem, Moscow Patriarchates in Scathing Resignation Letter
The abbot of St. Catherine's Monastery at Mount Sinai stated his wish to find a successor as soon as possible.
Planned Parenthood to Close Louisiana Clinics by End of September
Governor and attorney general hail decision as pro-life victory amid Medicaid funding cuts.