Main Destination: Pantocrator Monastery
On the night of April 30, at 7:00 p.m., the reliquary will be transferred to the Pantocrator Monastery, located in Teleorman County, southern Romania. There, it will be welcomed by His Excellency Bishop Galaction of Alexandria and Teleorman, along with a crowd of pilgrims expected to come from all parts of the country.
The Pantocrator Monastery will host the relics for nine days, until the evening of May 8, when the reliquary will return to Venice. During this period, the monastery will remain open continuously, allowing the faithful constant access to pay homage to the saint.
A Space of Spirituality and Renewal
Located in the commune of Drăgănești-Vlașca, the Pantocrator Monastery stands as one of the newest and most dynamic spiritual centers in southern Romania. Founded in 2011 through the dedication of Fathers Sebastian Serdaru and Serafim Baciu, and blessed by Bishop Galaction, this monastery has gained renown for its vibrant spiritual life and its ability to organize major pilgrimages.
In recent years, the Pantocrator Monastery has organized memorable events, bringing relics of revered saints from around the world, solidifying its role as a beacon of faith in the region. With this new pilgrimage, the monastery reaffirms its position as a vital point of reference for Romanian believers.
Saint Mary Magdalene: The Patroness of the Monastery
The main church of the Pantocrator Monastery is dedicated to Saint Mary Magdalene, one of the most venerated figures in Christianity. Bearer of aromas and witness to the Resurrection, Saint Mary Magdalene is especially celebrated on July 22 and on the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women.
During these festivities, thousands of faithful flocks to the monastery in search of prayer, spiritual strength, and renewed faith. On this special occasion, the presence of Saint Helena’s relics becomes an additional reason for pilgrimage and spiritual reflection for devout.
A Call to Faith and Hope
The transfer of Saint Helena’s relics represents a moment of communion for the Romanian people and an invitation to rediscover the power of faith. Through this journey, the faithful will have the opportunity to draw closer to one of Christianity’s great figures, revered for her crucial role in Church history and her unwavering testimony of love for the Cross.
During the relics’ stay in Romania, special liturgical moments, prayer vigils, and Eucharistic celebrations will take place, allowing pilgrims to live a unique and unforgettable spiritual experience.
The organization of this historic pilgrimage once again reflects the vitality and deep spirituality of the Romanian people, who embrace these moments of grace with fervor, strengthening their religious roots and renewing their hope in uncertain times.
The reliquary of Saint Helena not only brings a precious relic; it carries an eternal message of faith, sacrifice, and redemption that continues to inspire generations of believers around the world.
