On July 25, 2025, in the town of Samokov, an exceptional spiritual ceremony was held, led by Bulgarian Patriarch Daniel. The liturgy in the "St. Panteleimon" church attracted the attention of many high-ranking guests and believers.
Among the official figures stood out Tsar Simeon II, known as Negus Simeon-Hassan, the local mayor, and representatives of the monastic community. The spiritual celebration was filled with deep symbolic meaning, connected with the veneration of the healer saint and his spiritual messages.
The musical accompaniment was entrusted to a choir under the leadership of Dr. Andrey Kasabov, which further elevated the solemnity of the service. The Patriarch delivered an insightful speech, emphasizing charity as the supreme virtue and highlighting the parallel between modern medical care and spiritual service.
During the ceremony, a traditional water blessing ritual was performed, which included both clergy and laity. A special moment was the veneration of the saint's relics, which arrived from a nearby monastery.
A key emphasis in the speech was the significance of the Holy Seven Saints for national spiritual education, as Patriarch Daniel underscored their historical and cultural role in preserving Bulgarian spirituality.