Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this spiritual conversation, Fr. Daniel Corรฎu, a Romanian Orthodox priest based in Tokyo, shares his experiences and insights on Orthodox missionary work in Japan. He discusses the unique challenges he faces, the particularities of serving Christ in a culturally diverse setting, and the profound impact of bringing the Orthodox faith to a new land.
Eastern Orthodox Church in Japan
#OrthodoxChurch #Tokyo #Japan #Christianity #SpiritualJourney #OrthodoxMission
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Romanian Orthodox Church in Japan, Tokyo, May 2024
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0:00:00 Highlights
0:01:17 Introduction
0:03:40 The church building
0:07:03 Q: "What was your first impression of Japanese spirituality?"
0:13:01 Q: "Does the overwork culture pose any spiritual risks?"
0:17:53 Q: "What happens when they can no longer work?"
0:19:16 Q: "How can a Christian keep up with this fast-paced lifestyle?"
0:24:22 Q: "Can Christians positively influence Japanese society?"
0:26:09 Q: "Is there collaboration between different jurisdictions?"
0:30:16 Q: "Are rural areas perhaps more religious?"
0:32:36 Q: "Do you imagine yourself dying in Japan?" - The first Orthodox Cemetery in Japan
0:52:32 Q: "Are you also planning other projects?" - The box of food
1:05:25 Q: "Did you start to feel for the people here?"
1:09:16 Q: "Do you have support in your missionary activity?"
1:12:58 Q: "Is there a website for your mission?"
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In this spiritual conversation, Fr. Daniel Corรฎu, a Romanian Orthodox priest based in Tokyo, shares his experiences and insights on Orthodox missionary work in Japan. He discusses the unique challenges he faces, the particularities of serving Christ in a culturally diverse setting, and the profound impact of bringing the Orthodox faith to a new land.
Eastern Orthodox Church in Japan
#OrthodoxChurch #Tokyo #Japan #Christianity #SpiritualJourney #OrthodoxMission
Video source: otelders.org
Romanian Orthodox Church in Japan, Tokyo, May 2024
This video has English and Romanian subtitles. Hit the CC button to enable or disable them. Want subtitles in your language? Let us know! Watch this quick-guide on how to turn on captions on your mobile device: youtu.be/if7eELuaYtI
Read the English transcript of this video by clicking here: otelders.org/testimonies/serving-christ-in-japan-an-orthodox-priest-in-tokyo-english-subtitles-otelders-org
0:00:00 Highlights
0:01:17 Introduction
0:03:40 The church building
0:07:03 Q: "What was your first impression of Japanese spirituality?"
0:13:01 Q: "Does the overwork culture pose any spiritual risks?"
0:17:53 Q: "What happens when they can no longer work?"
0:19:16 Q: "How can a Christian keep up with this fast-paced lifestyle?"
0:24:22 Q: "Can Christians positively influence Japanese society?"
0:26:09 Q: "Is there collaboration between different jurisdictions?"
0:30:16 Q: "Are rural areas perhaps more religious?"
0:32:36 Q: "Do you imagine yourself dying in Japan?" - The first Orthodox Cemetery in Japan
0:52:32 Q: "Are you also planning other projects?" - The box of food
1:05:25 Q: "Did you start to feel for the people here?"
1:09:16 Q: "Do you have support in your missionary activity?"
1:12:58 Q: "Is there a website for your mission?"
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