But Amorgos’ monastery serves another function too — a crucial reference point for locals, who seek the monks’ help, both material and spiritual, as Eastern Christians have for nearly 2,000 ...

Russia has recaptured a monastery that was one of the last remaining Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region after a fierce 10-day battle. Vladimir Putin’s forces are in control of the St ...

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Russian forces have recaptured a monastery in the Kursk region of Russia, where Ukrainian troops had been holed up. Quoting a security source, the TASS news agency said Russian forces have ...

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It was to be their last new monastery in North America. They preserved the Elms but added an extensive addition for their cloistered order. It was built around a central courtyard and included a ...