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BREAKING: Bishop Irinej Removes Fr. Dragoslav Kosic from St. Sava Cathedral Cleveland with Less Than 48 Hours Notice
October 28, 2025 - In a move that shocks no one familiar with Bishop Irinej's autocratic style, three episcopal acts were issued today (E. No. 425, 426, 427) releasing V. Rev. Protopresbyter Dragoslav Kosic from St. Sava Cathedral in Cleveland, effective October 31, 2025 - giving the parish and priest less than 48 hours to prepare for this transition. The Pattern Continues This is the same bishop who: Rejected democratically elected board members at our cathedral Created m
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Oct 29, 20252 min read


Vladika Irinej’s Slip Down Mount Ego-verest
Dear readers, let’s take a quick hike up Mount Ego-verest, where the air is thin, the egos are thick, and Vladika Irinej Dobrijević, Bishop of Eastern America, is on a slippery slope! Bishop Irinej should be packing his bags for an early retirement—because nothing says “holy leadership” like a financial mess big enough to make even the saints weep. Bishop Irinej has been climbing Mount Ego-verest with a backpack stuffed full of flops: a $235,000 tax debt for Marcha Monastery
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Oct 29, 20251 min read


Holy Assembly of Bishops Commences with Solemn Liturgy at Saint Sava Temple
The regular session of the Holy Assembly of Bishops of the Serbian Orthodox Church began today with a majestic hierarchical liturgy at...
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May 13, 20252 min read


Help Fr. Dragan Goronjic and Family Recover After Home Fire
Fr. Dragan Goronjic, the beloved priest of St. Demetrius Serbian Orthodox Church in Fairlawn, Ohio, along with his wife and three...
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May 12, 20251 min read


Watchful Faith: Saint Sava Cathedral as the Holy Assembly Approaches
As the Holy Assembly of Bishops (Sabor) prepares to convene on May 13, 2025, the faithful of Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Cathedral in...
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May 10, 20253 min read


Đurđevdan: St. George's Day in Serbian Orthodox Tradition
On May 6, 2025, Serbian Orthodox around the world will celebrate Đurđevdan, the day honoring St. George the Great Martyr. This beloved...
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May 5, 20252 min read


Saint George Day Memorial Service and Slava Celebration Sunday, May 4, 2025 - Saint Sava Cathedral
We are pleased to share this official invitation to the annual Saint George Day (Đurđevdan) memorial service and Slava celebration at...
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May 3, 20252 min read


Echoes of 1963: Saint Sava Cathedral's Continuing Commitment to Church Unity
By Special Correspondent As Orthodox Christians, we understand that history often moves in cycles, presenting each generation with...
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May 2, 20255 min read


Statement of Support and Solidarity
In response to the recent "public appeal" circulating online that expresses personal views directed against His Holiness Serbian...
Blog Team
Apr 30, 20252 min read


The Orthodox Faithful's Responsibility: When Speaking Up Becomes Necessary
By Special Contributor “I would never in my life have done this or risen against a bishop, NEVER, if the situation weren’t this bad. I...
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Apr 29, 20254 min read


The Tale of Lord Golden Tongue and the Vanishing Treasury
Once upon a time, in the ancient land of Serbianna, there existed a beautiful realm divided into several provinces. Each province was governed by a noble lord who tended to the spiritual and worldly needs of the people. For many years, the Eastern Province flourished under the wise stewardship of Lord Wiseheart the Steady, whose prudent governance brought peace and prosperity to all. When Lord Wiseheart was called to tend to distant lands, the people awaited their new lord wi
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Apr 26, 20254 min read


Beyond Cleveland: What Saint Sava's Struggle Means for Serbian Orthodoxy in America
By Special Correspondent The governance challenges facing Saint Sava Cathedral in Cleveland extend far beyond a single parish dispute....
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Apr 25, 20254 min read


Parish Autonomy Under Pressure: The Struggle to Preserve Established Governance
By Special Correspondent As the governance crisis at Saint Sava Cathedral continues to unfold, a critical question emerges: What is the...
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Apr 24, 20254 min read


What If? Reflections on Preserving Serbian Orthodox Tradition in America
By Special Correspondent As Holy Week gives way to the joy of Bright Week, our thoughts turn not only to Christ's Resurrection but also...
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Apr 23, 20254 min read


Community Voices: A Thoughtful Dialogue on Church Governance and Free Expression
As our community navigates these challenging times, we've been blessed with thoughtful contributions from various perspectives on the...
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Apr 22, 20257 min read


RESURRECTION TUESDAY (April 22)
Bright Tuesday Reflection On this Bright Tuesday, as we gather for Divine Liturgy, we continue celebrating the miracle that has changed...
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Apr 22, 20251 min read


When Shepherds Overreach: The Question of Authority in Orthodox Governance
By Special Correspondent The ongoing situation at Saint Sava Cathedral raises profound questions about the proper limits of episcopal...
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Apr 21, 20253 min read


RESURRECTION MONDAY (April 21)
Bright Monday Reflection On this Bright Monday, we remember that the Resurrection isn't just a one-day celebration but a reality that...
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Apr 21, 20251 min read


PASCHA (April 20)
Paschal Reflection: The Light That Conquers All Darkness He is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! Today, we proclaim with joy the triumphant news...
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Apr 20, 20251 min read


GREAT SATURDAY (April 19)
Holy Saturday Reflection: The Stillness Before Transformation Holy Saturday is a day of stillness and anticipation in our Serbian...
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Apr 19, 20251 min read
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