During the communion hymn, Priest Georgy Dvorov read the Christmas message addressed to the believers of the Russian Orthodox Church from Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
Before the sermon, Bishop Savvaty announced the Christmas message of Metropolitan Vikentiy, head of the Central Asian Metropolitan District.
In his address, the bishop emphasized that the Nativity of Christ is not only a remembrance of an event from two millennia ago but also an important spiritual reality relevant to the life of every Christian. He noted that the joy of Christmas begins here on earth and manifests through prayer, service, and good deeds.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
A festive liturgy was held in Bishkek on the occasion of the Nativity of Christ.
The bishop highlighted the gospel images of the Magi and the shepherds, urging those present not to forget the spiritual essence of the holidays and emphasizing the importance of active love and helping others, including social and charitable projects implemented by the diocese.
In conclusion of his address, the archpastor congratulated everyone on the Nativity of Christ, wishing them spiritual joy, strength for good deeds, and God's help on their life path. The conclusion of the liturgy was marked by a communal prayer and thanksgiving to God for the gift of the incarnation of the Son of God.
