Parrocchia ortodossa San Massimo
Parrocchia ortodossa San Massimo is a Russian Orthodox parish in Italy, under the Moscow Patriarchate. Its life centres on the vigil, the Divine Liturgy and the Eucharist. You encounter a worshipping community where prayer shapes the rhythm of parish life.
The Julian calendar places the Nativity on 7 January, preserving a distinct tradition of liturgical time. Father Ambrogio Cassinasco identifies Pascha as the community’s principal feast. Fasting, preparation, vigils and shared Eucharistic worship connect the seasons with everyday relationships.
Pilgrimages to venerated icons extend devotion beyond the church, while Sunday school brings children and families together. The community also prays for Orthodox Christians whose churches have been damaged or destroyed in conflict zones. One detail remains especially vivid: Christmas arrives on 7 January, while Pascha stands at the centre of the year.
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