Patriarch Kirill of Moscow has sent warm congratulations to Patriarch Daniel of Romania on the occasion of the 17th anniversary of his enthronement as the Primate of the Romanian Orthodox Church.
In his message, Patriarch Kirill praised Patriarch Daniel for his dedication and accomplishments in revitalizing church life and strengthening the Romanian Orthodox community. He commended the Romanian Church for its proclamation of Christ’s love and Gospel principles under Patriarch Daniel’s leadership, expressing his wishes for continued peace and joy in his ministry.
Full message:
Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the anniversary of your Patriarchal Enthronement.
In your years as Primate, your devotion and efforts have greatly revived church life and strengthened the faithful entrusted to your care. Under your leadership, the Romanian Orthodox Church continues to proclaim the profound love of Christ (Eph. 3:19) and steadfastly upholds the Gospel’s unshakable ideals.
On this special occasion, I wish you peace, joy in the Lord, and may His grace continue to support you in your high priestly ministry.
With brotherly love in Christ,
+KIRILL, PATRIARCH OF MOSCOW AND ALL OF RUSSIA
Source: Moscow Patriarchate, Translation: Konstantinos Menyktas