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# St. Sava Monastery Launches $6 Million Renovation Campaign
- URL: https://uoj.news/news/86548-st-sava-monastery-launches-6-million-renovation-campaign/
- Published: 2026-02-25T09:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-25T16:11:59.000Z
- Description: Faithful at St. Sava Monastery united behind a $6 million renovation project aimed at strengthening youth ministry and pilgrimage life.
- Author: Tobias Straney
- Tags: #Category: News, Serbian Orthodox Church, New Gracanica, Libertyville, Church renovation

**LIBERTYVILLE, IL —** Parishioners gathered this past Sunday at St. Sava Monastery to deepen their understanding and support of the St. Sava Camp building [renovation project](https://www.facebook.com/StBasilOfOstrog/posts/pfbid02sWdPAQTL7iWQQsx7T3tWP3bgX6R854xuzpwqnwyaodkU2q3aqL1Sw8vwHDShzQytl), a major initiative aimed at strengthening the future of youth ministry and the wider Church community.

The day began with the celebration of the Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m., prayerfully served by His Grace Bp. Serafim Baltic. Following the service, the faithful enjoyed a luncheon prepared in a spirit of fellowship. Parish priest Fr. Milos Živković introduced His Grace and thanked the Kolo and the Sveta Jelena KSS for their dedication and generous service.

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During his presentation, Bp. Serafim outlined the $6 million campaign, detailing construction costs, furnishings, and long-term care. The renovation will include guest lodging, retreat and educational spaces, a community hall, summer-camp facilities, and outdoor enhancements. Organizers hope to complete the project by July 2026 in time for St. Mardarije Day.

Previously, the [UOJ reported](https://uoj.news/news/84593-st-sava-monastery-to-be-renewed-as-spiritual-cultural-hub/) that the monastery would be restored as a spiritual and cultural hub.