On the eve of the celebration of the Suknevich Icon of the Mother of God, Bishop Porfiry led an all-night vigil in St. Michael's Cathedraltranslated

July 9, 2026 · 1 min read

On July 9, on the eve of the celebration of the Suknevich Icon of the Mother of God, Bishop Porfiry of Lida and Smorgon celebrated the All-Night Vigil in the St. Michael's Cathedral of Lida.

His Eminence was co-served by the secretary of the diocese, Archpriest Georgy Mukha, the keynote of the cathedral, Archpriest Vadim Ruban, and the clergy of the deanery. The diaconal rank was headed by Protodeacon Anatoly Melnitsky.

Bishop Georgy of Pinsk and Luninets prayed during the service.

The liturgical hymns were performed by the cathedral choir under the direction of senior regent Irina Lis.

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Cristina Dobre

Praise God for this beautiful service! I remember that Bishop Porfirie served together with Father George Muha and the choir led by Irina Lis - it feels like it was a really prayerful evening.

Илия Кирилов

It is a good thing that Bishop Porfirius served right in the Michaelmas Council for the Suknevic Icon. I noticed that Father Georgii Mucha and the choir of Irina Lis served with him - apparently the service was well organized. Thanks for the news.

Стефан Марков

Yes, the service has been really nice, especially with Irina Liss people - they always sing very clearly. I, on the other hand, am glad that Bishop George was also at the prayer there, this gives even greater weight to the holiday. Have you ever been to an all-night service at the Michaelmas Cathedral?

Георги Колев

Yes, the service in the St. Michael's Cathedral is always special, especially for such icons as the Suknevitch. Father Georgy Mucha and the choir of Irina Lis really give stability - I remember how last year they sang very precisely at a similar vigil. Do you go to the liturgy itself on July 9?

Христо Попов

Yes, the service was really tight, especially with Father Georgii Mucha and Irina Lis' choir. Last year, I was at the all-night service in the Michaelmas Cathedral for another icon, and I felt the same silence and order. Are you from Lida or from somewhere else?

Христо Попов

Yes, the choir of Irina Lis really holds a high level, last year I was also impressed by their accuracy. I went to the liturgy on July 9, it was very peaceful and a lot of people gathered. What do you remember most from the service?

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