Religion and spirituality
Articles and news about faith, religious traditions, spiritual practices, and cultural heritage.
Procession with the Wonderworking Icon of the Theotokos from Bachkovo Monastery
On the second day of Easter, thousands of believers participated in a procession with the wonderworking icon of the Theotokos from Bachkovo Monastery to the area of Kluviyata. The event takes place annually to commemorate the place where the icon was hidden from Ottoman raids. The abbot of the monastery called for prayers and blessings.
The Holy Fire arrived in Bulgaria from Jerusalem
The Holy Fire arrived in Bulgaria, transported by a Romanian airline, due to the lack of a Bulgarian delegation in Jerusalem because of the situation in the Middle East. The Holy Fire will be handed over to the Bulgarian Patriarch Daniel.
Holy Saturday: The Last Day of Holy Week and Preparation for Easter
Holy Saturday is a day of preparation for Easter, associated with religious rituals and customs. People visit cemeteries, dye eggs, and prepare for the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Good Friday: The Significance of the Saddest Day for Orthodox Christians
Good Friday is the day of Christ's crucifixion, the most solemn day of the year for Christians. Bulgarian Patriarch Daniel speaks about the meaning of this day, about humility and salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus.
Bulgarian delegation will not bring the Holy Fire from Jerusalem this year
The Holy Synod has decided not to send a delegation for the Holy Fire due to the situation in the Middle East. Metropolitan Kiprian calls for faith and humility.
Patriarch Daniel serves liturgy on Holy Thursday, traditional egg dyeing
On Holy Thursday, Patriarch Daniel served a liturgy and will bless children for the traditional egg dyeing in Sofia. The events of the Last Supper are commemorated.
Holy Week: The Last Week of the Life of Jesus Christ
Holy Week, preceding Easter, is a period of reflection and suffering. The key events of each day are described, including the betrayal of Judas, the Last Supper, the crucifixion, and the burial of Jesus.
Palm Sunday: Patriarch Daniel leads liturgy in “St. Alexander Nevsky”
On Palm Sunday, Patriarch Daniel will celebrate a liturgy in “St. Alexander Nevsky”. Celebrations in the country's churches. History of the holiday, the icon, the meaning of the willow branches. Beginning of spiritual preparation for Holy Week.
Orthodoxy in the city: rites, holidays and new meanings in contemporary Bulgaria
In contemporary Bulgarian cities, Orthodoxy remains a visible part of identity - from Easter queues for candles to name days and family rituals, but the way urban people live faith, tradition and holiday is changing.
Andrey Gyurov and Iliana Yotova Congratulated the Jewish Community on Passover
Caretaker Prime Minister Gyurov and President Yotova met with representatives of the Jewish community on the occasion of Passover, discussing the values of freedom and tolerance.
Service Schedule at the Cathedral Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, Burgas, for Holy Week and Easter
Archbishop's services are scheduled at the Cathedral Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, Burgas, during Holy Week and on Easter. We present a detailed schedule with times and dates.
Patriarch Daniel Discusses the Situation in the Middle East with the Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III
Patriarch Daniel expressed concern about the military actions in the Middle East and discussed access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre with the Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III.
Hierarchical Liturgy and Lecture in Burgas on March 28th and 29th
On March 29th, a Hierarchical Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great, led by Metropolitan Arseny, will be held at the Cathedral of Sts. Cyril and Methodius in Burgas. On March 28th, there will be a lecture on the topic of "St. Mary of Egypt" with Dr. Zlatina Karavălcheva.
Small Compline in Burgas: The Theotokos Canon and Akathist (March 27th)
On March 27th, at the church of "St. Mary the Theotokos" in Burgas, Small Compline will be served with the entire Canon and Akathist to the Theotokos. Starting at 5:00 PM with the participation of Metropolitan Arseny.
Spiritual Talks: Veneration of the Cross Sunday with Aristidis Spandonis
Sermon for the third Sunday of Great Lent, Veneration of the Cross Sunday, with guest lecturer Aristidis Spandonis. Saturday, March 14th, 5:00 PM at the Cathedral Church of Sts. Cyril and Methodius - Burgas.