Saint Nectarios experienced honors and titles, but also an incredible persecution, during which he had to fight against the many traps set for him by the Evil One. The people of that time mocked him, ridiculed him, and accused him. However, he endured the bitter slanders, the harsh threats, the unprecedented humiliations, and the unjust persecutions.

With patience and drawing strength from God, he overcame all obstacles and difficulties. With faith, continuous prayer, humility, and silence, he always placed his hope for the restoration of the truth solely in the Lord. He showed love and kindness to everyone. He wanted to benefit humanity in every way, whoever that might be.

Even when others made mistakes, he not only forgave them but also bore the burden of their wrongdoing, attributing their fault to his own accountability. And the Lord justified him. He sanctified him because he forgave…

The life of the Saint is a tangible example of perseverance and patience, a seed of hope for the modern person.

“The road that leads to perfection is long. Pray to God to strengthen you. Face your falls with patience and, after quickly getting up, run and do not stand still…”