On October 30, 2025, the feast day of the Prophet Hosea and the Hieromartyr Andrew of Crete, His Eminence Archbishop Theofan of Korea served the Divine Liturgy at the Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos in Busan.

His Eminence was co-served by Hieromonk Theofan (Pozhidaev) and Hierodeacon Nektarios (Lim).

Following the dismissal, the prescribed many years were recited to mark the 14th anniversary of His Eminence’s episcopal consecration. On behalf of the clergy and parishioners, Father Theofan heartily congratulated the archpastor on this anniversary.

Following the Liturgy, a commemoration was held of all Orthodox Christians who were innocently killed and suffered during the years of persecution for the Christian faith.

Press Service of the Korean Diocese