Religion and spirituality
Articles and news about faith, religious traditions, spiritual practices, and cultural heritage.
Spiritual Journey: The 16th Pilgrimage Following the Footsteps of the Rila Wonderworker Unites Bulgarians
Bulgarian Orthodox Christians of different ages participate in a traditional pilgrimage route that provokes spiritual transformation and national unity.
Spiritual Protection on August 1st: Orthodox Holiday with Deep Roots
The Orthodox Church celebrates the Carrying Out of the Holy Cross - an ancient tradition for health and spiritual purification, associated with the memory of the holy martyrs Maccabees.
Dormition Fast 2025: Spiritual Preparation in Orthodox Churches
The Bulgarian Orthodox Church enters a 15-day period of prayer and abstinence, which precedes two important Christian holidays - Transfiguration and Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
President Radev and Patriarch Daniel launch a sacred pilgrimage route in Sofia
The head of state and spiritual leader of Bulgaria officially present a national project for pilgrimage routes connecting spiritual sites from Bulgarian history.
The Bulgarian Orthodox Church in Berlin: Liturgical Calendar and Historical Mission
We present the full schedule of services at the "St. Tsar Boris the Baptizer" temple in the German capital and trace its creation and development over the past three decades.
Saint Evdokim of Cappadocia: The Life of Piety and Mercy
A story about the remarkable saint from the 4th century, whose kindness and faith transform him into a standard of Christian mercy within the Orthodox community.
Bogorodichni Zagovezni 2023: Spiritual Preparation Before an Important Orthodox Holiday
Orthodox Christians mark the traditional day of the Assumption Forgiveness Sunday, which marks the beginning of a two-week fast dedicated to the Holy Virgin.
Bulgarian Parliament with an Unprecedented Law on Orthodoxy
The National Assembly passed unique legislative changes that guarantee the exceptional rights of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church over religious space.
Papal Meditation for July 30: The Spiritual Treasure of Faith Revealed
Pope Francis presents a profound message about faith through a biblical metaphor of hidden treasure, which requires complete dedication and personal sacrifice.
Evangelical Pastors on Barricades: Sharp Protest Against Restrictive Religious Law
More than 100 Bulgarian spiritual leaders from the evangelical community united in an official statement that criticizes the proposed legislative changes in the sphere of religions.
Justice vs Religion: The Prosecution Attacks the Status of the Old Calendar Church
The Sofia Prosecutor's Office is taking legal action against the Bulgarian Orthodox Old Calendar Church, challenging its legitimacy by officially appealing a court decision.
Bulgarian Orthodox Church Community Opens a New Temple in Mainz, Germany
A newly established Orthodox parish "Presentation of the Virgin" celebrates its first church feast with a liturgy led by Metropolitan Antony and local priests.
Patriarch Daniel celebrated Saint Panteleimon in a solemn liturgy in Samokov
Solemn worship service in the temple of "St. Panteleimon" with the participation of King Simeon II and the clergy, dedicated to the feast of the healing saint and the Seven Saints.
The Holy Seven Saints: The Spiritual Enlighteners of Bulgaria on Their Annual Day
On July 27, the Orthodox community celebrates the memory of remarkable Bulgarian educators, whose cultural heritage continues to inspire generations.
Patriarch Daniel consecrated the renovated church of Saint Panteleimon in Samokov
A solemn liturgy in the renovated church "Saint Panteleimon" gathered prominent political and spiritual figures, including Simeon Saxe-Coburg-Gotha and Mayor Angel Djorgov.