On Thursday, September 10, the parish of Venerable Moses the Black (Раrоіsse Saint Moïse le Noir) in Fontamara, Haiti marked its patronal feast day. The services were led by parish rector Priest Gregoire Legouté, co-served by clerics one of ROCOR’s Orthodox Mission in Haiti.

Standing on an analogion in the middle of the church was the parish icon of Ven. Moses the Black, beautifully adorned with local flowers by the pious parishioners. The church was filled to capacity with the faithful, many communed of Christ’s Holy Mysteries.

Upon completion of the service, a moleben was served to Ven. Moses with a procession around the church. Fr. Gregoire greeted all those gathered and congratulated them on the occasion of the feast.