#Orthodox Church

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy has instructed the government to draft a law on 'national shrines' by August 24. The document will strengthen monument protection and create a basis for reparations from the Russian Federation. Experts link the initiative to transferring the management of lavras to state control and responding to UNESCO criticism. #Ukraine #Zelenskyy #Culture #UNESCO

On the eve of the Apple Savior, Russian troops destroyed the Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos in the village of Daryivka in the Kherson region. The building, constructed by residents in memory of fallen defenders, was destroyed almost to the ground. This is another attack on religious objects in the region.

On August 2, Ukraine celebrates two important holidays: a church holiday honoring the transfer of the relics of Saint Protomartyr Stephen, and a state holiday — Air Force Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 🕯️✈️ On this day, defenders of the sky are honored, and folk traditions related to the patron of horses and health are remembered. #Ukraine #Holiday #AirForce

The OCU has reminded about the new dates for the Honey, Apple, and Nut Saviour Days in 2026 due to the transition to the New Julian calendar. 📅 The Church emphasizes that behind the folk names lies a deep theological meaning dedicated to the Saviour, rather than just the consecration of the harvest. 🍎🍯

On July 23 in Ukraine, the memory of the Holy Martyrs Trophimus and Theophilus is commemorated, and Bishop Basil Hopko, who suffered for his faith, is remembered. On this day, known as Trophimus the Sleepless, believers pray, and the people observe the weather. 🕯️🙏