Bulgarian Orthodox Church
Ivanovden: Bulgaria Reveres Saint John in a Jubilant Celebration
In a jubilant commemoration, Bulgarians across the nation honor Saint John the Forerunner and Baptist, marking the revered day of Ivanovden, following the Epiphany.
Today holds profound significance within the Bulgarian Orthodox Church as it pays homage to Saint John's pivotal role, particularly his Baptism of Christ, an event central to his life and legacy.
Bulgaria Celebrates St. Nicholas Day: A Tradition of Faith and Festivity
Bulgarians across the country observed the Day of Saint Nicholas on December 6, known as Nikulden, commemorating the revered figure of St. Nicholas of Myra. Originating from Patara in Asia Minor in the 3rd century, St. Nicholas led a pious life, aiding the destitute and weak while embodying the principles of faith and truth.
Bulgarian Patriarch Neophyte has been Hospitalized
Bulgarian Patriarch Neophyte has been admitted to the Military Medical Academy due to a lung ailment, as confirmed by the office of the Holy Synod on the Bulgarian Orthodox Church's website.
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PM Denkov: Russian Priests were Not Expelled, only People who Worked Against the National Interests of Bulgaria
"Russian priests were not expelled, people who worked against the national interests of Bulgaria were expelled." This is how Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov commented on the expulsion of the three priests from Russia and Belarus.
Bulgaria: The Russian Church will Reopen and will have Bulgarian Priests taking over the Services
Patriarch Neophyte has appointed priests from Sofia who will take over the usual services in the Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker, known as the Russian Church. This was announced by the Holy Synod.
Bulgaria: Pro-Russian Parties attended an event at the Russian Embassy in Sofia
A solemn reception on the occasion of the Day of Russia took place yesterday at the Russian Embassy in Sofia, TASS reported, referring to its correspondent on the spot.
Bulgaria: Military Parade on the Day of the Bulgarian Army (PHOTOS and VIDEO)
The Day of Courage and the Day of the Bulgarian Army was celebrated with a military parade in Sofia. On the capital's "Knyaz Alexander I" square, military personnel from all branches of the army marched and heavy military equipment passed by, and combat and military transport planes and helicopters flew in the sky.
Today marks 80 years since the Rescue of the Bulgarian Jews
March 2023 marks the 80th anniversary of the rescue of Bulgarian Jews in the old borders of the Kingdom of Bulgaria from the Nazi death camps. The Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Exarch Stefan, Patriarch Kirill, public figures, individual politicians such as Dimitar Peshev, the protests of our civil society had an active role in it.
Bulgaria: The Day of Saint Demetrius marks a Turning Point in the Season and the Beginning of Winter
On October 26, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church honors the memory of Saint Demetrius and Prep. Dimitra Dorostolska. Bulgarian celebrate St. Demetrius Day or "Dimitrovden" - Димитровден.
Unification of Bulgaria: Celebrations were held in Plovdiv and Sofia
On this day in Plovdiv, the Unification of Bulgaria was announced, the dedication of Zahari Stoyanov was read, the flag of Eastern Rumelia was taken down and the Bulgarian flag was raised.