# Orthodox liturgy at Cetinje Monastery

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/orthodox-liturgy-at-cetinje-monastery
> Updated: 2026-08-23T11:15:38.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Metropolitan Joanikije of Montenegro and the Littoral and Bishop Paisije of Dioclea conducted a Holy Hierarchical Liturgy at the Cetinje Monastery. During the service, Protosinodal Gavrilo Raičević delivered a sermon based on the Gospel, advising believers to prioritize spiritual values over earthly wealth and to use life to gather ‘payment in heaven’ by following commandments and practicing love and forgiveness.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Religious leaders hold services in Montenegro and the Vatican

Religious leaders in Montenegro and the Vatican delivered spiritual messages: Metropolitan Joanikije led a liturgy in Cetinje, while Pope Francis urged believers to seek a personal relationship with Christ.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/religious-leaders-hold-services-in-montenegro-and-the-vatican

### 2026-08-23: Cetinje Monastery hosts liturgy led by Metropolitan Joanikije and Bishop Paisije

Metropolitan Joanikije and Bishop Paisije led a Holy Hierarchical Liturgy at Cetinje Monastery, followed by a sermon on prioritizing spiritual values over earthly wealth.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cetinje-monastery-hosts-liturgy-led-by-metropolitan-joanikije-and-bishop-paisije

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