Serron Theologos on the return of the relics on the feast of the Patron Saints: "Historical day, the fight continues"translated

The two days of November 7 and 8 will be celebrated with particular splendor and spiritual joy, the memory of the Patrons and Protectors of Serres, Grand Admirals Michael and Gabriel and all the Heavenly Powers. This year's celebration acquires a special historical significance, as it is connected with the return of part of the sacred relics that were taken from Bulgaria during the war conflicts, while it will also be combined with the arrival of the Holy Chariot of Saint Raphael, which will be placed in veneration at the Holy Metropolitan Church of the Pantheon. In an interview, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Serres and Nigris, Mr. Theologos, referred to the importance of this year's celebrations, underlining the historical and spiritual symbolism of the return of ecclesiastical relics, but also the need to continue the effort to repatriate the entire cultural and ecclesiastical heritage of the region.

The return of the holy relics is a historical milestone As he characteristically noted, "our city and Metropolis is preparing on the two days of November 7 and 8 to celebrate with all splendor and spiritual joy the memory of its Patron Saints". He made special mention of…