Patriarhul Daniel apără ora de religie. „Prin educația creștină, copiii pot deveni cetățeni ai patriei cerești”

Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church emphasized the importance of Christian education in shaping children and youth in his message for the 2026-2027 school year. He highlighted the role of Religious Education in developing personal identity and moral values, advocating for its inclusion in a comprehensive educational framework. The patriarch also noted that participation in Religious Education requires a written request from parents or the student, and that parishes will continue to support financially disadvantaged students. The school year will start on September 7, 2026, and end on June 18, 2027, with various educational programs planned.