Visiting His Eminence Archbishop Makarios Yesterday was a day of deep joy and gratitude as I officially visited His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Kenya and Exarch of East Africa. To us at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre, His Eminence is more than a shepherd—he is a true father to our children. His fatherly love, encouragement, [...]
My Final Week in the United States As I mark my final week in the United States of America, my heart overflows with gratitude. In every parish I have visited, I have encountered warmth, hospitality, and the spirit of true Christian love. The welcoming embrace of our brothers and sisters here is a beautiful reminder [...]
Hearts United in Love and Service Dear Brethren, As we gather in this sacred time, I invite each of you to open your hearts to the divine, ready to be moved by the spirit of love and grace. This is not just a service but a moment to deepen our connection with God and with [...]
A Feast of Hope, A Mission of Love Dormition of the Mother of God at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre & Orphanage Today, the 15th of August 2025, St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage joins the entire Orthodox world in celebrating the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God—the “falling asleep” [...]
A Blessed Sunday at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre & Orphanage Date: Sunday, 3rd August 2025Location: St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre & Orphanage Today was a blessed and spirit-filled Sunday at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre & Orphanage. After the Divine Liturgy, we experienced a moment of profound reflection and renewed purpose inspired by [...]
Every meal is a miracle Each day, our cooks rise early, often before dawn to prepare food for over 300 children using firewood under makeshift shelters. Smoke fills the air, water boils slowly, and simple ingredients are transformed with love into nourishment for growing bodies and hopeful hearts. But the reality is, we are pushing [...]
A Turning Point at St Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage With hearts full of gratitude, we share a transformative milestone in our journey at St Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage. Through your unwavering support and the grace of God, the dormitory building program has become a beacon of hope for our beloved [...]
A Blessing to Our Children At the heart of every mission is love and at the heart of our mission at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage is His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Kenya, a spiritual father whose deep affection for children reflects the love of Christ Himself. Through the archbishop’s encouragement and [...]
Support Our Kitchen & Dining Hall Project Every day is a gift from God, and at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre & Orphanage, we receive each sunrise with gratitude, love, and joy. Here, in the heart of our mission, children wake up to a new day of learning, praying, and growing—carried by the grace of [...]
A Sacred Milestone in Eldoret and Northern Kenya “We dedicate this church to your service, Lord. May it be a place where your presence is felt, your word is preached, and your people are nurtured.” On a radiant and spirit-filled Sunday, the faithful of the Orthodox Diocese of Eldoret and Northern Kenya witnessed a [...]
