Pavel Cherescu

Dr. Pavel Cherescu is a full-time Lecturer and Administrator at the Faculty of Orthodox Theology, University of Oradea. He holds a Doctorate in Theology (1999) and a Licentiate (1979) from Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu's Andrei Şaguna Faculty of Theology, specializing in Church History.

His research examines the Romanian Orthodox Church through interdisciplinary lenses:

• Historiography of the 19th-20th century church
• Transylvanian religious life and diocesan development
• Orthodox confessional education systems
• Analysis of church manuscripts and anti-masses
• Biographical studies of figures like Metropolitans Şaguna and Bălan

Publications demonstrate consistent focus on ecclesiastical history, with books and articles analyzing church-society dynamics in Transylvania. Recent works (2008-2011) emphasize historical demography, diocesan administration, and memorial scholarship, while earlier publications (1994-2005) explore liturgical artifacts and educational reformers.

No scientific awards, grants, or lab affiliations are documented. Administrative duties include managing faculty operations at the University of Oradea.