The right hand of St. Spyridon of Trimythous will be delivered to Chelyabinsktranslated

With the blessing of His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus', on August 17, 2026, the greatest Christian shrine - the right hand of St. Spyridon of Trimythous - was brought from the island of Corfu to Russia for worship and spiritual support of believers. For millions of Orthodox believers in Russia, this event will be an opportunity to touch the relics of St. Spyridon, whom the entire Christian world reveres. “The saint and wonderworker Spyridon is one of the most revered saints by our people. The patron of the needy and disadvantaged, the quick helper of the suffering and all those in trouble, this saint of God with invariable readiness responds to all sadness and sorrow, embracing with his love and care everyone who turns for support and intercession. Spiritual simplicity and sensitivity, boldness in prayer and zeal for the truth of the Gospel attract the hearts of millions of people to Bishop Trimifunt - and no one leaves him unconsoled.

I am convinced that the bringing of this great shrine and the opportunity to touch a particle of the whole-bearing relics of the wondrous saint of Christ will spiritually strengthen our people, confirm them in faith and piety,” said His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus' in his address. IN…