Procession for Kazan Icon: Then and NowOrthodox believers processed through central Kazan on 21 July 2026, mirroring the similar procession of 100 years earlier.
Saint Spyridon Church Rises in Yekaterinburg DistrictA new Orthodox church dedicated to Saint Spyridon is being built on Raevskogo Street in Yekaterinburg's Pionersky District, visited by Metropolitan Evgeny and Mayor Alexei Orlov.
Orthodox Church Under Construction in Dense Yekaterinburg DistrictA new Orthodox church dedicated to St. Spyridon of Trimythous is being built on Rayevskogo Street in Yekaterinburg's Vtuzgorodok district, Metropolitan Evgeny announced after inspecting the site with Mayor Alexei Orlov.
Religious Procession in Chita, Roads ClosedOn July 21, a religious procession honoring the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God will take place in Chita, with traffic blocked on central streets from 9:30 to 11:00.
Agathius the Half-Bread: Forbidden on Feb 5February 5 is Saint Agathangelus Day, known in folk tradition as Agathius the Half-Bread. Learn about the day's omens and strict prohibitions.
Uss: Cathedral on Strelka Permit Within Two WeeksSenator Alexander Uss said that a construction permit for the cathedral on Strelka in Krasnoyarsk could be obtained within the next two weeks, though this remains his personal opinion.
Relics of Saint Spyridon Arrive in SaratovThe relics of Saint Spyridon of Trimythous have been brought to Saratov, where they will remain for two weeks for veneration by the faithful.
Ar-Rakhim Mosque facade work set for 2026, mufti saysMufti Aynur Birgalin of Bashkortostan reports that facade work on the Ar-Rakhim Mosque in Ufa is underway and targeted for completion in 2026, with exterior lighting to follow.
Elder of Our Time: Northerners Recall Priest Yevgeny SokolovYevgeny Sokolov, a priest from Arkhangelsk, transitioned from software engineering to spiritual mentorship, with his life marked by the Shiyes protests and service at a university church.
Cleansing ritual at Chita datsan ahead of SagaalganA ritual bonfire called Dugzhuuba will be lit at the Chita datsan on February 16 to purge evil spirits, diseases, and past year's troubles before the Sagaalgan festival.
Great Lent 2026: Dates, Meaning, and RulesIn 2026, Great Lent for Orthodox Christians will last from February 23 to April 11. This period is dedicated not only to dietary restrictions but also to spiritual purification.
Voronezh soap 'Rus' renamed over halal scandalA member of Russia's Human Rights Council sparked outrage after noticing halal certification on soap named 'Rus', leading to its renaming.
Why you shouldn’t mistreat cats on January 26We explain the signs and beliefs associated with this folk date, which was a day for staying indoors and observing felines for clues about the weather and health.
