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Patriarch Porfirije visits Ljubljana for church anniversary
Patriarch Porfirije of the Serbian Orthodox Church was formally welcomed in Ljubljana, Slovenia, at the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius. The visit, marking the 90th anniversary of the church's completion, included a doxology and a Holy Liturgy.
During the service, Bishop Kirilo, administrator of the Zagreb-Ljubljana Diocese, welcomed the Patriarch, noting that this marks his eighth visit to the city. Bishop Kirilo emphasized the importance of preserving Orthodox faith and cultural identity. He also mentioned an initiative to build a new temple in Ljubljana due to the current church reaching capacity.
In his address, Patriarch Porfirije expressed a deep spiritual connection to the region, stating, “When I come here, I truly feel that I am coming home, that I am coming among brothers and sisters.” He reflected on the spiritual history of the site, which has hosted decades of baptisms, weddings, and liturgies.
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Bishop Kirilo · Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius · Ljubljana · Patriarch Porfirije · Serbian Orthodox Church
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Patriarch Porfirije expressed a deep spiritual connection to Ljubljana, stating he feels at home when visiting. vidovdan.org
- [● 2 SOURCES] The visit commemorates the 90th anniversary of the completion of the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius. vidovdan.org
- [● 3 SOURCES] This visit marks the eighth time a Serbian Patriarch has visited Ljubljana. vidovdan.org
- [○ 1 SOURCE] There is an initiative to build a new church in Ljubljana due to the current temple being overcrowded.