Belgrade, January 10, 2025
His Holiness Patriarch Porphyrios of Serbia celebrated Christmas in the company of the homeless and beggars according to tradition. On January 7, he took part in a Christmas meal to which homeless and needy users of the Church Folk Kitchen in the premises of the Religious Benevolent Society in Belgrade were invited.
At the luncheon, the Patriarch noted that we are all human beings, all weak and infirm regardless of whether someone in this passing world and short human life holds some position, some place and thinks he has special significance, fame, money and power. All these things are essentially short-lived and mean nothing. What really matters is whether we have realized that God loves us and that He is always with us. Have we realized that man does not need much, but only a single "Lord have mercy" and a humble "Lord help me, Lord enlighten my darkness".
The Serbian Patriarch also noted that Christmas is a beautiful holiday when believers should reflect on the event they are celebrating. In these days, it is especially important that people, despite any difficulties and temptations, never abandon God and do not forget about Christ.
The Patriarch also thanked the benefactors and organizers of the Christmas meal and all the help to those in need.
