The relics of St. Luke will stay in the temple under construction in Simferopol until June 2027

On Sunday, November 8, it will be known the reason why the relics of St. Luke of Crimea will be in the temple under construction on the street of the 60th anniversary of October in Simferopol. This was reported by Radio Crimea acting head of the press service of the Crimean Metropolis Antony Kamaldinov.

According to him, on November 8, at 8:30, the bishop’s service will begin. After him, a prayer service will be held at the relics of St. Luke.

The representative of the metropolitan stressed the importance of the event for believers and expressed hope that the information about the stay of the shrine will attract additional attention to the church.

Earlier, in October, the relics were transferred from the Holy Trinity convent to the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This is due to the restoration work in the monastery. After their completion, the shrine is planned to be returned to the monastery.

Recall that the relics of St. Luke of Crimea will be temporarily transferred to the temple under construction in Simferopol on the street 60 years of October. On November 8, the Divine Liturgy will be held, after which the relics will be in the church until the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of the saint.