On January 22, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Anastasius the Persian, a name shared by Archbishop Anastasios of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania.
The Orthodox Community of Albania expresses its heartfelt wishes to Archbishop Anastasios through the official social media account of the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania.
Archbishop Anastasios, the visionary initiator and pivotal reformer in the Church’s reconstruction, is honored for his extraordinary dedication over the past 32 years. The entire Orthodox Community expresses gratitude for his efforts in revitalizing the Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Albania from its ruins. The message extends best wishes for Archbishop Anastasios to continue his impactful work to the glory of God, hoping for a long life filled with health and grace as he leads the Church.
Read the wishes of the Orthodox Community of Albania:
“On this special occasion, the entire Orthodox Community extends heartfelt gratitude to our beloved Archbishop, Anastasios, for his extraordinary and inspired dedication to the revival of the Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Albania from its ruins. Over the past 32 years, his unwavering commitment and hard work have been instrumental. We express our sincere wishes for him to continue his impactful work, bringing glory to God.
May His Grace be blessed with a long life, and we extend wishes for many more years filled with health and grace as he continues to lead our Church.”