What kind of journey leads a church to cross an ocean? For the Romanian Eastern Orthodox Church of Saint Mary, it began in 1911. A wave of Romanian immigrants, seeking a new life in Chicago, craved a familiar spiritual anchor. They established the Romanian Eastern Orthodox Church of Saint Mary, their faith a precious cargo brought from their homeland. Initially, the church found its home on Webster Avenue, its consecration in 1915 marking a triumph of faith over hardship. But the journey wasn’t over. As the Romanian community grew, so did their need for a larger space. In 1921, the church moved to Clyborn Avenue, where it remained for forty-one years. Finally, the present-day church on North Central Avenue was built, its consecration in 1963 a testament to the enduring spirit of Chicago’s Romanian community. Today, the Romanian Eastern Orthodox Church of Saint Mary stands as a symbol of resilience, its history woven into the fabric of Chicago. The echoes of Romanian hymns, the scent of incense, and the intricate icons whisper stories of faith, perseverance, and the enduring power of community.
Центральный дом работников искусств
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