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Wednesday, 2 April 2025 at 09:38 am

Remont cerkwi trwa!
W ciągu dwóch dni zbiliśmy tynki z frontowej ściany i – jeśli Bóg pozwoli – wkrótce rozpoczniemy nakładanie nowych. W prezbiterium odkryliśmy, że sklepienia są w dużo gorszym stanie, niż przypuszczaliśmy, dlatego czeka nas sporo dodatkowych napraw.
Droga do zakończenia remontu jest jeszcze długa, ale każdy postęp cieszy i dodaje nam sił. Dziękujemy wszystkim, którzy wspierają nas finansowo i modlitewnie – to dzięki Wam ta świątynia będzie jeszcze piękniejsza!
Większość prac wykonują nasi niezastąpieni parafialni wolontariusze, którzy poświęcają swój czas i siły, by cerkiew mogła służyć kolejnym pokoleniom.
Każda pomoc ma znaczenie! Pamiętajmy, że podczas każdego nabożeństwa modlimy się za fundatorów tej świątyni – tych, którzy ją wznieśli, oraz tych, którzy dziś pomagają w jej odnowieniu.
Jeśli chcesz dołożyć swoją cegiełkę, możesz to zrobić tutaj:
Konto złotówkowe: 41 1140 2004 0000 3202 5528 9850
Konto w euro: BE66363202604243
Zbiórka online: https://4fund.com/pl/dkg5mh
Dziękujemy za każde wsparcie!

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The Church Renovation Continues!
In just two days, we have removed the plaster from the front wall, and—God willing—we will soon begin applying new layers. In the presbytery, we discovered that the vaults are in much worse condition than we initially thought, meaning we have a lot of additional repairs ahead.
The road to completing the renovation is still long, but every step forward brings us joy and strengthens our resolve. We are deeply grateful to everyone who supports us financially and through prayer—thanks to you, this sacred place will be even more beautiful!
Most of the work is carried out by our dedicated parish volunteers, who generously give their time and effort so that the church can serve future generations.
Every contribution matters! Let us remember that during each service, we pray for the benefactors of this church—both those who built it and those who are now helping to restore it.

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Introduction & Our Heritage

This year marks the 10th anniversary of our polish-speaking Orthodox parish in Brussels—the first of its kind abroad. Founded in response to the spiritual needs of our community, our parish was established through the support of hundreds who signed a petition for pastoral care. Rooted in the traditions of Podlaskie—a region known for its deep Orthodox heritage—we now have around 100 regular worshippers, mostly families with children, who cherish their shared faith.

Our Sanctuary & Community

Initially, we held services in an ecumenical chapel in central Brussels. Since 2016, we have been blessed to call the Church of St. Gerard our home. Located on the outskirts of the city, this church is more than a building—it is a sanctuary for Polish Orthodox believers, as well as people from various nationalities, including Ukrainian refugees seeking solace during difficult times.

The Renovation Project: Restoring the Heart of Our Church

We have embarked on an essential project to adapt our church building to better serve Orthodox worship. The first phase focuses on renovating the altar area—the heart of our sacred space. Planned improvements include:

Replacing and upgrading the flooring
Restoring and enhancing the walls
Renovating window joinery for improved aesthetics and functionality
Installing modern, effective lighting
Constructing a new altar and iconostasis t

How You Can Help

For many years, Orthodox believers in Belgium have generously supported the building of churches and monasteries worldwide. Today, we humbly ask for your assistance in renovating the sanctuary that has become our refuge far from home. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a vital step toward renewing our spiritual home and community.

Our Promise

We are deeply grateful for any support you offer and assure you of our heartfelt prayers. In return for your generosity, we trust that God will reward you with abundant blessings. To learn more about our parish and follow our progress, please visit our website , Facebook page and Instagram.

Let us come together to renew our church—and in doing so, renew ourselves!