Abbess of Sokolica monastery, Makarija, said that the property of the Serbian Orthodox Church (SPC) in Kosovo are indisputable church belongings. "The property of SPC was registered long ago in historic deeds, and more recently in the cadaster of each municipality. The assets of Sokolica monastery, and of all other monasteries and temples, are indisputable SPC property," said Abbess Makarija.

With regards to the possible risks of attacks on the Orthodox churches of Kosovo she said that minor incidents are a possibility, but hopes that they will not jeopardize the safety of the shrines. Commenting on the fact that many Serbian shrines in Kosovo have been transformed into public toilets, Abbess Makarija stated that the culture of a nation is reflected in its behavior.