# Saint Charbel relic anniversary in Križevci

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saint-charbel-relic-anniversary-in-krievci
> Updated: 2026-09-21T15:23:41.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Thousands of pilgrims gathered in Križevci, Croatia, at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity to commemorate the second anniversary of the arrival of the relics of Saint Charbel Makhlouf. The religious program included a hierarchical liturgy led by Bishop Milan Stipić, spiritual talks, and anointing with the oil of Saint Charbel. A relic of Saint Padre Pio was also exhibited.

Reports indicate approximately seven thousand believers attended from Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and other nations. The event featured American missionary priest Father Jim Blount, who spoke on the importance of the Eucharist and prayer. While noting demographic and social shifts in the region, observers highlighted the high turnout as a sign of continued faith among the people.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Križevci hosts thousands for St. Charbel relic anniversary

Thousands of believers gathered in Križevci for the anniversary of the St. Charbel relic, alongside national Catholic family meetings in Aljmaš and Osijek, highlighting strong religious engagement in Croatia.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/krievci-hosts-thousands-for-st-charbel-relic-anniversary

### 2026-09-19: Križevci hosts thousands of pilgrims for Saint Charbel anniversary

Thousands of pilgrims gathered at the Greek Catholic Cathedral in Križevci, Croatia, to mark the second anniversary of the arrival of Saint Charbel's relics and view a relic of Saint Padre Pio.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/krievci-hosts-pilgrimage-for-second-anniversary-of-st-charbel-relics

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