Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia

The Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia (ROCOR) is a semi-autonomous jurisdiction of the Russian Orthodox Church, traditionally composed of Russian expatriates and faithful working outside Russia. Established in the 1920s due to political upheaval and persecution of the church in Soviet Russia, ROCOR maintained Orthodox traditions abroad while remaining spiritually connected to the Russian Orthodox Church. In 2007, ROCOR re-unified with the Moscow Patriarchate, ending a separation that lasted decades. ROCOR emphasizes adherence to Orthodox doctrine, liturgical life, and pastoral care, serving Russian Orthodox communities worldwide outside of Russia.