Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX

06/15/2026

Look at these pictures! The iconostasis and holy icons are one step closer to Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX and Father Gabriel saw them in person.

They are currently being worked on in Rădăuți, Romania. The iconostasis is being gilded with 24K gold, and the icons have already completed the goldwork stage. Now, the iconographers are working on the painting, colors, and final sacred details.

We expect everything to be completed in August and shipped to Texas at the end of August, so they can arrive in time for the consecration of Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX on November 14.

You can still help by donating for Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX your way, at: https://www.saintmaryaustin.org

May God bless you!

06/13/2026

Today at Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX, Father Dănuț Suciu explained that repentance is not about fear, shame, or punishment. It is about healing. It is about reconnection with God. "God does not want to punish us. He wants to heal us, renew us, and save us", says Father Dănuț Suciu.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today, and thank you to Father Dănuț Suciu for this interesting and spiritually uplifting workshop.

06/11/2026

Doamne ajută,



Cu drag vă invităm să participați la întâlnirea din această săptămână din cadrul programului catehetic „Cercetându-ți credința”, o seară de reflecție și întărire sufletească dedicată tuturor celor care au înțeles că nicio rugăciune făcută cu credință și lacrimi nu rămâne fără rod înaintea lui Dumnezeu.

Joi, 11 iunie 2026, vom avea bucuria de a-l avea ca invitat pe Pr. Prof. Dr. Vasile Mihoc, care va susține conferința:

„Familia încercată – suferință, răbdare și nădejde în Hristos”

Sub inspirația vieții Sfintei Monica, mama care prin rugăciune neîncetată și răbdare a câștigat pentru Hristos sufletul fiului său, Sfântul Augustin, vom descoperi că iubirea adevărată nu încetează niciodată să se roage și să nădăjduiască.

Program:

7:00 PM EDT (Coasta de Est)
6:00 PM CDT (Ora Centrală)
4:00 PM PDT (Coasta de Vest)
Participare prin Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86494531127
Meeting ID: 864 9453 1127
Passcode: ROMA

Pentru cei care nu pot participa pe Zoom, conferința va fi transmisă și LIVE pe Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mitropolia.us

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06/11/2026

We cordially invite you to participate in this week 's meeting as part of the catechetical program " Investigating Faith " , an evening of reflection and spiritual strengthening dedicated to all those who have understood that no prayer made with faith is in vain .​​​ and tears do not remain fruitless before God .​​​

On Thursday, June 11, 2026 , we will have the joy of having as our guest Rev. Prof. Dr. Vasile Mihoc , who will hold a conference :

" The Tried Family – Suffering , Patience , and Hope in Christ "

Under the inspiration of the life of Saint Monica , the mother who through unceasing prayer and patience won for Christ the soul of her son , Saint Augustine , we will discover that true love never ceases to pray and hope .

Program:

7:00 PM EDT (East Coast)
6:00 PM CDT (Central Time)
4:00 PM PDT (West Coast)
Participation via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86494531127
Meeting ID: 864 9453 1127
Passcode: ROMA

For those who cannot participate on Zoom, the conference will be broadcast and LIVE on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/mitropolia.us

The Romanian Orthodox Metropolia of the Americas serves the spiritual, pastoral, and cultural needs of Romanians across North and South America.
Follow us for news, liturgical updates, events, and resources from our parishes and monasteries.

06/11/2026

This Saturday, we invite you to come with your questions, your thoughts, and an open heart to Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX for a workshop about repentance.

🕙 Saturday | 10 AM - 4 PM
The mystery of repentance: the renewal of Baptism and the renewal of the soul with Father Dănuț Suciu.

Come and bring your friends and family, this may be the day you needed.

06/06/2026

“The reason we get married is to save each other’s soul”, said Father Dănuț Suciu. Reminding us that marriage is not only about finding the person you love. It is about choosing that person every day. Thank you, Father Dănuț Suciu, for today and thank you to everyone who joined us.

You can meet Father Dănuț Suciu tomorrow at the Sunday Liturgy, and also next Saturday for another workshop: The Mystery of Repentance: the renewal of the Baptism and the renewal of the soul.

06/01/2026

🌿 Blessed June! 🌿
As we enter this beautiful month, please note that Akathist and Bible Study will now be held on Mondays.
We are also blessed to welcome Father Danut Suciu, who will be leading two special workshops on Saturday, June 6th and Saturday, June 13th.
We look forward to seeing you and sharing these enriching opportunities for faith, fellowship, and spiritual growth together.
God bless! 🙏

05/31/2026

Today was the last day of Father Athanasie Ulea’s visit at Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX, and we hope to see him back again.

Thank you to everyone who joined us throughout these three days. And a heartfelt thank you to Father Athanasie for sharing his knowledge, wisdom, teachings, and time with our parish.

Thank you also for your book and for the meaningful conversations you brought to Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX.

05/30/2026

Today’s workshop with Father Athanasie Ulea was not only educational, but deeply practical and meaningful.

One quote stayed with us: "A conflict is always a misunderstanding, a fight between two different needs”, explained Father Ulea. Thank you Father and everyone who joined us today.

Tomorrow, at 1 PM, will be Father Ulea’s last day at Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX. Please join us, bring your questions, and be part of the closing conference: “Wounds from a friend are trustworthy!” The role of conflict in family relationships.

05/30/2026

What if becoming stronger is not only about the body?

Tonight, Father Athanasie Ulea reminded us that we grow with our whole being: mind, spirit, and body. “We train the mind by learning. We strengthen the spirit through faith. We heal the body through kindness and real connection. All three need attention,” said Father Ulea, who is also a psychiatrist.

Join us tomorrow, May 30, from 10 AM to 3 PM, for the workshop: “Get Angry, But Don’t Do Wrong!”

And on Sunday, May 31, at 1 PM, join us for the closing conference of Father Ulea’s visit: “Wounds from a Friend Are Trustworthy!” The role of conflict in family relationships.

We hope to see you at Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Church - Austin, TX.