Tag:Orthodox Church
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Celebrates Feast of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary: A Day of Faith and Family Unity
According to church teachings, the Virgin Mary, at the age of three, was brought to the Jerusalem Temple by her parents, St. Anna and St. Joachim, in fulfillment of a sacred vow. The event symbolizes Mary's dedication to God and her preparation for her role as the mother of Jesus Christ
Bulgaria
Lazarus Saturday: Unveiling Bulgaria’s Rich Customs and Spiritual Heritage
On Lazarus Day, each housewife in the hamlet gives 'prosfori' (little leavened bread used in Orthodox and Catholic liturgy) according to the number of deaths, which is usually an odd number
Bulgaria
Celebrating family and faith: Orthodox church observes assembly of Holy Mother of God
The Assembly of the Holy Mother of God carries a dual significance, recognizing the revered figure of the Holy Mother and paying tribute to Saint Joseph as the nurturing father of Jesus
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Odesa: Russian missile Strike destroys historic Ukrainian Orthodox Church
On one of the central streets of Odesa, the Transfiguration Cathedral of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) was damaged by a Russian missile. This temple is a UNESCO heritage site
Bulgaria
Tatyana Georgieva restores tradition of painting Easter eggs on Good Thursday
Tatyana Georgieva, Municipal councillor from the PG GERB/SDS in the Metropolitan Municipality, reported that on Good Thursday, she discussed with grandmothers from the pension club that talked about traditions and customs
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Bulgarians Stranded in Santorini as Earthquakes Force Mass Evacuations
Some tremors have exceeded magnitudes of 4, with stronger ones reaching up to 5 on the Richter scale. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urging people to stay outdoors and avoid small ports as seismic activity continues at an alarming pace
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Two Arrested for Drug-Influenced Driving in Burgas
The vehicle was being driven by a 29-year-old man from the Dolno Ezerovo district. Routine tests for alcohol and narcotics were conducted, with the latter returning positive results for amphetamine and methamphetamine
13-Year-Old Bulgarian Girl Missing in Spain: Authorities Intensify Search Efforts
Gabriela was last seen in the city of Palencia, where she resides. She is described as being between 160 and 165 cm tall, with a slim build, long straight brown hair, and green eyes. The SOS Desaparecidos platform has highlighted her case, urging the public to assist in finding her
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Flu Season in Bulgaria Yet to Peak: Rising Cases and Health Warnings
Although some regions, like Blagoevgrad, have already seen a significant rise in flu cases, areas such as Sofia and Burgas have not experienced a major surge. However, hospitals in Sofia are beginning to fill up with flu patients, and the situation remains closely monitored
Bulgarian Sailors Reunite with Families After 14 Months in Houthi Captivity
The two sailors were accompanied by a Romanian crew member, who was welcomed by Romania’s ambassador. The release of the sailors followed a complex diplomatic operation spearheaded by Oman, a key mediator in regional conflicts